Answer:
'Much' is used when we are speaking about a singular noun. 'Many' is used when we are speaking about a plural noun.
<h2>Hey there! </h2>
<h2>I guess the answer will be:</h2>
<h3>The man refused to go to the hospital </h3>
<h2>Hope it help you </h2>
It suggests that parents’ words were held in very high regard.