The correct answer is B. hurt intensely.
The phrase “cut to the quick” means to be deeply hurt or offended. In this case, the old man is deeply hurt by his son’s refusal to recognize him. This is because the old man has always loved and cared for his son, and he is deeply
disappointed that his son does not seem to care about him.The other options are incorrect because they do not accurately describe the old man’s feelings. Option A, surprised, is incorrect because the old man is not surprised by his son’s behavior. He is aware that his son is wealthy and that he may not want to be associated with him. Option C, annoyed, is incorrect because the old man is not simply annoyed by his son’s behavior. He is deeply hurt and offended. Option D, irritated, is
incorrect because the old man is not simply irritated by his son’s behavior. He is deeply hurt and offended.