Based on context clues in the passage, what is most likely the meaning of the word vehemently? A. at a high volume
B. with a lot of passion
C. in a flat monotone
D. sounding muffled

Which textual evidence from the text best supports your answer?

A. But the noise steadily increased

B. I arose and argued about trifles, in a high key and with a violent gesticulations…

C. It was a low, dull, quick sound—much such a sound as a watch makes when enveloped in cotton. D) No doubt I now grew very

D. No doubt I now grew very pale