The meaning of the word 'ambling' as used in the passage is to WALK OR STROLL.
In the passage, the author is saying that, he finds it distasteful to strut before a small child who is walking or strolling in a relaxed manner.
The meaning of the word 'curtailed' as used in the passage is to BE DEPRIVED OF SOMETHING.
The author is saying in this line, that he is deprived of beauty.
Answer: c
Explanation: i took the test
The correct answer should be analyzing a character
The character of Kindred is being analyzed in order to see what his behavior is like according to what he behaves like. This can be commonly found in papers.