The following is adapted from a 19th-century novel. The young man arrived at the inn near midnight, his coat heavy with rain. He requested the smallest room and the briefest possible meal, and repeatedly glanced toward the door whenever footsteps approached from the corridor. Before retiring, he asked the innkeeper not to mention his presence to anyone who inquired.
Based on the passage, which inference is most strongly supported about the young man?
- A
He is exhausted from a long but uneventful journey
- Bcheck_circle
He is concerned about being noticed or pursued
- C
He intends to stay at the inn for an extended period
- D
He is a regular customer at the inn
Explanation
Late arrival, smallest room, watching the door, and asking for discretion all suggest concern about being noticed or pursued. A and D are unsupported; C ignores the watchfulness.