Question

Troy's attitude toward death is primarily one of ________.

• A. contemptuous denial
• B. naive self-delusion
• C. boastful nonchalance
• D. awed anticipation
• E. thinly veiled cowardice

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

boastful nonchalance

Troy is very vocal about his indifference towards death, claiming he doesn't fear death for he had already witnessed it. Option C, boastful nonchalance, expertly captures his emotions. There isn't any kind of denial, or naivete in his tone, neither does he feel cowardly or anticipate death. Thus, options A,B,D and E are incorrect.