Question 7: Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 2? A. Our friendship was a welcome relief from the...

Question 7: Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 2?

A. Our friendship was a welcome relief from the loneliness of city life, which was often caused by the harsh, competitive professional world.

B. Our bond was a welcome support system that helped us navigate the sometimes-lonely realities of city life and the sharp professional world.

C. Our connection offered a valued escape from the harshness of the professional world and the occasional loneliness inherent in urban living.

D. Our connection was a direct result of needing a respite from the sharp professional world and the sometimes-lonely reality of city life.