Which statement best describes how the connotation of the word chore affects the passage's meaning?
My guidance counselor was kind of pushy when I told her I was having
a hard time narrowing down my list of colleges. I didn't realize that
thinking about my future could be such a chore.

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O A. The connotation reveals that the speaker finds the process of
choosing a college more work than fun.

OB. The connotation reinforces that the speaker would rather be at
work than at school.

C. The connotation indicates that the speaker will get a job rather
than go to college.

D. The connotation suggests that the speaker knows the college
application process builds character, much like work does.