In the short story "the chrysanthemums" by john steinbeck ,how does the description of the salinas valley as a "closed pot" best reflect elisa's inner feeling ?

the correct answer is c. analytical reasoning. it is when you analyze the situation to form conclusions.

- "the die is cast; i have consented to return if we are not destroyed. thus are my hopes blasted by cowardice and indecision; i come back ignorant and disappointed. it requires more philosophy than i possess to bear this injustice with patience. i have lost my hopes of utility and glory; i have lost my friend."