Which of the following best describes the author's characterization of Papa when he is told that in the eyes of the government he is now a free man?
A. bristling with pride that he had made it through the ordeal
B. optimistic and determined to lead his family back into the world
C. reluctant to start over again because of fatigue, fear, and stubbornness
D. angry that yet another change is being forced on to him and his family