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117.
The proton to the left is entering the electric field.  The electric field will deflect the proton
A. up The proton is attracted to the negative plate.  

The electric field will deflect the proton up.

The Correct Answer is A.

Be careful.  Magnetic fields apply forces perpendicular to the direction of the field lines using the Right-hand (positive particles) and Left-hand (negativie particles).  Electric Fields apply forces in the direction of the field based on attraction or repulsion of charge.

B. down
C. into the paper
D. out of the paper