I believe the correct answer is pleasant and attentive.
The author is stating in the excerpt that he though he would be getting his freedom back because of his 'gentleness and good behavior.' He wanted everyone around him to feel happy but also to do good things in order to be free again.
21. Cerebral
22. Prowess
23. Petulant
24. Scrutinized
25. Blathering
Answer:
the best way to active in the the best way in the connection
Explanation:
