Question

(3) \its my opinion, doctor,\ said the captain in a low voice, \that this is the last time you or i will ever be at sea, or anywhere else, if our skipper dont look better after his men, for a more rascally crew i never set eyes on, and, from a word or two i have heard dropped now and then, i feel sure some mischief is in the wind. come aft with me to a place where we aint so likely to be overheard by eavesdroppers, and ill tell you all about it.\ what does the phrase \mischief in the wind\ suggest? a. someone is about to pull off a prank b. a major fight is about to break out c. a storm is quickly heading towards them d. something unfortunate is about to happen

Explanation:

The context mentions a "rascally crew" and the captain's concern about the skipper's condition affecting their future at sea. "Mischief in the wind" implies impending trouble. Option A's "prank" is too light - hearted. Option B's "major fight" is not directly suggested. Option C's "storm" is literal and out of context. Option D, "something unfortunate is about to happen", fits the tone of concern and the implication of trouble from the crew.

Answer:

D. something unfortunate is about to happen