The term "coming of age" refers to a person or a country that is maturing, or transitioning from childhood to adulthood. Which of the following passages from the text best supports the story's theme of coming of age, as it relates to either Johnny or the colonies?
A. "And here they come-those dressed-up red monkeys"
B. "My grandfather built this house.. My mother knew it and loved it... My father dead before ever I was born"
C. "... this is the end. The end of one thing- the beginning of something else..."
D. "I'll go with you. But looks like we'll need a horse and a chaise. It's seven miles."
My answer is D