Question

Martin, in the story The Elevator, is afraid of being trapped in the elevator. What is this fear called?

Options

• Hydrophobia

• Arachnophobia

• Claustrophobia

• Aquaphobia

Answer 1

Claustrophobia

Explanation:

Claustrophobia is the fear of being in enclosed or confined spaces. In the story, Martin is extremely afraid of being trapped inside the elevator, especially because he feels that the small space could close in on him. This fear increases his anxiety whenever he has to use the elevator.