The famous hunters failed to kill the loins because the
A
lions were regarded as supernatural beings
B
lions were cunning and bold
C
Emopa used the spear to hunt for lions
D
hunters did not have enough time
Verified Correct Answer: D.
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
This is evident from the passage: "many hunters had tried on previous occasions to kill them and had failed owing to lack of time." While other factors such as their cunning and boldness and the superstitions surrounding them played a role, the ultimate reason for the failure of the hunters was the time constraint.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #15000)