A is the correct answer because b c and d don't make any sense
The correct answer is swivel and turn.
Both of those words mean that something is turning, so if they are turning towards each other each time they are speaking, it means that they are in this particular stage of flirting. They aren't touching, synchronizing, or approaching each other, but rather just turning towards each other.
It might be said that Hedda destroyed the manuscript in order to "ruin Lovborg´s reputation" (option A). It might seem that the manuscript would redeem him from his past disgrace and, at the same time, it would establish him with a fine reputation in the future. It was considered a "child" for him and for Thea.
A routine strengthens you mentally it keeps you from procrastinating or straying far from a set goal.