The expression 'as he reaches the point of greatest physical distress' as used in the passage means when
A
the man's system finally collapses
B
his condition seems to get worse
C
his doctor is ready to pronounce him dead
D
the sick man finally stops breathing
Verified Correct Answer: A.
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The phrase "the point of greatest physical distress" implies the ultimate level of suffering, which is the collapse of the body’s systems at the moment of death. The word "greatest" reinforces the idea that the distress is at its peak, and thus, the system would have collapsed at this stage.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #15165)