Read the following passages and answer the questions that follow :
Daffodils, the trumpet-shaped flowers bloom during the spring. In fact, daffodils are the first sign of
spring and they symbolise rebirth, new beginnings, and friendship. It is the flower of those born in March.
Daffodils are native to the Mediterranean region but are cultivated all over the world. The flower is called
Nargis in Hindi, perhaps because of its association with the egotistical Greek God Narcissus. Legend
has it that Narcissus fell in love with his own image in a pool of water. He was so enamoured by his own
image that he fell into the water and drowned. The flower, also called Narcissus, grew where he died. This
led to it becoming a symbol of unrequited love. A gift of daffodil flowers is believed to ensure happiness.
It is a common decoration flower during the Chinese New Year. Feng Shui experts believe that if a daffodil
bulb blooms during the New Year, it will bring good luck to your home. The flowers have been viewed
as symbols of Christ’s resurrection and the promise of eternal life. In Wales, it is a symbol of the patron
saint, David. Daffodil bulbs, because of their astringent properties, are pounded and made into a paste
to be applied to wounds. Pharma companies use daffodil extracts to make drugs that are used to treat
Alzheimer’s and Polio.
Daffodils are considered to be the first
sign of __________.
A trumpet
B spring
C rebirth
D friendship
The ans can also be 'D'.