Step 1: Context.
The narrative describes the old woman being humiliated rather than honored.
Step 2: Option Analysis.
(A) insult: Correct.
(B) abduct: Not relevant.
(C) praise: Opposite meaning.
(D) respect: Opposite meaning.
Step 3: Conclusion.
Correct answer is (A) insult.
“One of these days you’re going to talk yourself into a load of trouble,” her father said aggressively. What do you learn about Sophie’s father from these lines? (Going Places)