Trying Times"

In "In Trying Times," the author's repetition of the phrase "in trying time" most likely implies
this answer is not correct (societal rebellion)
why is this answer is not correct?

the correct answer is governmental oppression.
Why is this answer correct?

The repetition of the phrase "in trying times" suggests that the author is emphasizing a period of difficulty or hardship. This is commonly associated with governmental oppression, as oppressive governments often create difficult or challenging circumstances for their citizens. Therefore, the correct answer is governmental oppression.