Which sentence best explains Dante's intended use of imagery in this passage?

A. The word "panic" suggests that the narrator fears for his soul because he is so close to Hell.

B. The narrator feels scared because he realizes that he is lost in a deep, dark forest.

C. The words "rugged and dense" suggest that the narrator feels claustrophobic because the forest is difficult to navigate.

D. The word "wild" indicates that the narrator expects to be surprised by the end of his journey.