Will they go over my essay during the meeting? Or is this more like a general writing tips and info session ?

I'm confused as to why A is the correct answer when Eltis doesn't make the claim that answer A says he "supports." I read it as the author's characterization, with what Eltis actually points to transitioning towards a new idea, as opposed to being Eltis responding to Drescher with a contention. #help