Question

reading passage
ethan, glaring at his face in the glass, threw his head back to draw the razor from ear to chin. his hand was steady, but the attitude was an excuse for not making an immediate reply.
\and the doctor dont want i should be left without anybody,\ zeena continued. \he wanted i should speak to you about a girl hes heard about, that might come—\
ethan laid down the razor and straightened himself with a laugh.
\denis eady! if thats all, i guess theres no such hurry to look round for a girl.\
\well, id like to talk to you about it,\ said zeena obstinately.
he was getting into his clothes in fumbling haste. \all right. but i havent got the time now. im late as it is,\ he returned, holding his old silver turnip - watch to the candle.
question 11/11
as used in line 112, obstinately most nearly means:
a sadly
b affectionately
c angrily
d stubbornly

Explanation:

"Obstinately" means in a way that is firmly or stubbornly adhering to an opinion or a course of action. In the context, Zeena is insisting on talking about the girl despite Ethan's lack of interest and hurry, showing stubbornness.

Answer:

D. stubbornly