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

 A. (Freedom) On her twenty-first birthday, Lola declared herself a woman.  
 B. (Studious) Lucy lay on her bed reading a back issue of National Geographic. 
  C. (Honesty) Jamal told the truth when asked why his cellphone wouldn't work.  
 D. (Rumors) Whispers of doubt filled the empty halls like the reek of rotten eggs.