The answer is C, because it focuses on feelings of loss and mourning. Elegy's usually discuss the dead, suffering, and mourning the loss of a loved one. They tend to have a melancholy, sad mood.
1.To crouch or sit with bent knees- The cook squatted in the bottom...
2.To have a calming effect- "Oh, well," said the captain, soothing...
3.To get up or raise oneself- The captain, rearing cautiously...
4.To search or peer at thoroughly to locate something- But at last there came...