Question

read the word in parentheses; then decide which of these sentences most effectively translates an abstract concept into of mental picture

Answer 1

Since you have not given the parentheses, I have obtained it from other posting.  The answer is “A. (Rumors). The doubts which was discussed amongst others in whispers in the halls which were empty smelled like boiled cabbage it seems.  This is the apt answer because rumors are something which will be detested by the people and so is the smell which comes from the boiled cabbage.