Question

when the reader is told that the king’s “eyes were opened,” what does this mean in context?
a he literally opened his eyes.
b he became aware of adiaha’s beauty.
c he became conscious of the need to sire a son.
d he saw that he had been foolish in his behavior.

Explanation:

In literary context, "eyes were opened" is a figurative expression meaning a realization or awareness, often of a mistake or foolishness. Option D suggests he recognized his foolish behavior, which fits the figurative meaning. Option A is literal (incorrect for figurative context), B focuses on beauty (unrelated to "eyes opened" figuratively here), C focuses on siring a son (not related to the phrase's typical figurative use).

Answer:

D. He saw that he had been foolish in his behavior.