Answer:
hello
Explanation:
The detail from the passage that best shapes the author's message that time does not always need to be occupied is:
B. "It is the American's regret that at present he can do nothing with his feet while he is listening at the telephone, but doubtless some employment will be found for them in the coming age." (paragraph 1)
This sentence highlights the irony and absurdity of always needing to be busy, even to the point of finding tasks for parts of the body that are not actively engaged. It emphasizes the author's message that constant occupation of time is unnecessary and even ridiculous.