What is the connotative meaning of the word resolute in this line from the text?

“Nelda watched the biting November wind rattle the leaves of that tree that stood resolute far out in the river”

A.The tree is as determined not to be moved as Nelda is determined to be positive.

B.The tree is so strong that time and the current of the river cannot move it.

C.The tree is stubborn about not moving, and Nelda is also stubborn about moving to another state.

D. The tree is unhurt by the river, just as Nelda is unhurt that her friends are not with her.