Why Do Most Cultures Use Euphemisms to Refer to Death

Why do most cultures use euphemisms to refer to death when speaking to children?

A) in an effort to ward off negative energy that may come with the death of a loved one
B) to protect children from the fear of death and the pain of losing a loved one
C) to give everyone the time to adjust to the loss
D) to preserve the honor of the love one in the eyes of the children