Answer:
b. characterizes the bazaar as drab, seedy, and ordinary
Explanation:
In James Joyce's short story "Araby," the narrator looks forwars to going to the bazaar to buy a present for the girl he likes, Mangan's sister. However, even though he promises her that he would buy her something and is expecting to find a fabulous place, his drunk uncle takes him to the bazaar too late and most of the stalls are closed. In fact, the place looks grey, gloomy and unpleasant.