Could you rephrase you question to create a clearer understanding .
The river guide carry a rifle because then he can shoot rapids!
The answer is C. She thinks life is worthwhile
"Lucinda Matlock" tells a story about a 96 years old woman that is looking back on her life.
She remembers how she managed to pass the struggle during her early ages, how she managed to take care of husband and her children and how she able to moved on even when her children die before her.
Even from all good and bad thing that she experienced, she still believed that her life is worth-while from the after life
He is saying that we should keep a firm hold on hope never give up no matter what happens. Ehh that’s what I think he is trying to say
Character vs. self I think, but it could be character vs. others.