Question

fearful, or uneasy anticipation; dread (noun)
apprehension folly mincing gingerly

Explanation:

• "Apprehension" is a noun defined as fearful or uneasy anticipation/dread, matching the given definition.
• "Folly" means foolishness, which does not fit.
• "Mincing" refers to affectedly delicate speech/movement, not a noun for dread.
• "Gingerly" is an adjective/adverb meaning cautiously, not a noun for fearful anticipation.

Answer:

A. Apprehension