The correct answer is A. begun a different mode of life.
The phrase “turned a new leaf” means to start a new life, to change one’s ways, or to reform oneself. In this case, the speaker is expressing gratification that the person has changed their ways and is now living a different life.
Option B is incorrect because it does not mean to start a new life. Option C is incorrect because it does not mean to change one’s ways. Option D is incorrect because it does not mean to reform oneself. Option E is incorrect because it does not mean to start a new life.