Considering the socio-economic context of the time, what is the most likely reason Zacchaeus, the chief tax collector in Jericho, climbed a sycamore-fig tree to see Jesus?

A He was naturally curious and wanted a better view of the large crowd surrounding Jesus. B As a wealthy and influential figure, he wanted to publicly display his support for Jesus's ministry. C Being short in stature and likely ostracized by the community due to his profession, he needed to overcome the crowd to catch a glimpse of Jesus. D He was trying to escape from the large crowd and thought the tree offered a safe vantage point.