Honestly letter D makes more sense, i would go with that
I believe the correct answer is D. illustrative examples.<span />
I think the answer is most likely to be D. Because precious means important, and the dilapidated stove is the hint of poor condition.
The author is admiring that this character can still do important work under these not high quality conditions
Thomas Jefferson began the Declaration of Independence with a list of basic human rights because he wanted to prove how badly the British Government was treating them. He wanted to show them that the America's had a reason and a good one at that to fight back and to claim their independence. I believe Jefferson also attacked King George and listed the at least 20 times he had violated these basic human rights, that every should and ought to have.
Sorry what I don't understand the question?