It means to persuade mostly, so your answer is D.
Its D because the word empathize is an action shes taking with the children. Closer is a noun, glacial is an adjective, and contentment is a noun. Only leaves empathize because its an act of <span>understanding or, sharing the feelings for another. :) Your welcome! Hope you pass!</span>
Answer: A) t<span>he establishment of a Protestant monarchy</span>
I think A would be the best for a persuasive essay