The correct answer is A. comical.
A pathetic situation is one that is causing or likely to cause pity. It is often used to describe a situation that is sad, unfortunate, or pitiful. In the context of the question, the boy is in a situation that is causing him to feel pity. He is likely feeling sad, unfortunate, or pitiful.
The other options are not correct because they do not accurately describe the situation that the boy is in.
B. marvellous: A marvellous situation is one that is causing or likely to cause wonder or admiration. It is often used to describe a situation that is amazing, impressive, or extraordinary. In the context of the question, the boy is not in a situation that is causing him to feel wonder or admiration. He is likely feeling sad, unfortunate, or pitiful.
C. common: A common situation is one that is happening frequently or is not unusual. It is often used to describe a situation that is ordinary, everyday, or run-of-the-mill. In the context of the question, the boy is not in a situation that is happening frequently or is not unusual. He is likely feeling sad, unfortunate, or pitiful.
D. surprising: A surprising situation is one that is unexpected or unusual. It is often used to describe a situation that is startling, shocking, or astonishing. In the context of the question, the boy is not in a situation that is unexpected or unusual. He is likely feeling sad, unfortunate, or pitiful.