The Canterbury Tales: “The Pardoner’s Tale”: What prompts (or causes) the three rioters to seek out Death?

A) They hear that Death is murdering the elderly in the area, and they decide that it is important to protect those who cannot protect themselves.

B)They hear that Death has killed their friend and many other young people, and they decide to hunt Death down and kill him.

C)They hear that Death has been spreading all over the world, and they do not want to die.