Jacob Was Pouring Gravy When He Dropped the Ladle and Splattered

Multiple Choice

Jacob was pouring gravy when he dropped the ladle and splattered it all over the tablecloth. In order to maintain his self-esteem, Jacob decided that __________.

A) he was a clumsy person
B) spilling the gravy was embarrassing to his family
C) the ladle was slippery and anyone would have dropped it
D) he would be more careful next time