In an autobiography for English class, Marissa wants to include a paragraph on things that frighten her. Which sentence would best refine the topic sentence in this paragraph?

A. My fear is created by the surprise of the loud noise made when balloons pop.
B. When I was little, my cousin snuck up and popped a balloon next to my ear.
C. Balloons have always scared me.
D. Ever since I was little, balloons have scared me.