Question

very carefully and delicately (adv.) chidden apprehension gingerly subdued

Explanation:

• "Chidden" is the past participle of "chide" (to scold), not an adverb meaning careful/delicate.
• "Apprehension" is a noun meaning anxiety or understanding, not matching the definition.
• "Gingerly" is an adverb that means to act very carefully and delicately, which directly matches the given definition.
• "Subdued" is an adjective meaning quiet or restrained, not an adverb for careful action.

Answer:

C. Gingerly