You didn’t attach the poem, but I would assume that it is because the boot is used more frequently, and there’s a familiarity between the boot and a person that isn’t always present with the dress shoe– one is likely to be owned by many.
Answer: The Answer is C: "When she told him he could pray for the boy, Clayten responded: 'I don't pray, but I'd love to help with food, donations, etc.'"