The first sentence is correct bc the semicolon divides two independent clauses while replacing a conjunction
B.a sculptor himself .................................
This is a character vs. character (or as my class called it, man vs. man) conflict between Jill and Naomi. (Though one could argue that Jill is really conflicted with herself for her dishonesty).
I believe it's A. To support the declaration with the rest of their lives
C) Giving an object human characteristics.