B. “Thought we were going to have to get on without you, Tessie."
My answer is all of thee above
When could is used it refers to an ability that <span>a person generally had in the past or to something that was generally possible in the past, can is present.
I could wash the dishes for you. (having the ability to do it)
I can wash the dishes for you. (its actually going to be done)
hope this helps you! :-)</span>
"beauty queen's ride" or possibly just "ride" ??