Asked by Simmeon Mammo on Apr 25, 2024
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The following sentences form a paragraph. Select the correct noun for each blank. Fans screamed cruel slurs and booed him when he was on the field or up at bat, but a few of the sports ____who saw him play realized that he was a great hitter, fielder, and base runner.
A) writers
B) writer
Cruel Slurs
Offensive and hurtful remarks or insults often aimed at belittling someone based on their identity or characteristics.
Sports Writers
Journalists who specialize in reporting, analyzing, and commenting on sports events and athletes.
- Select appropriate nouns for use in sports contexts.
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KH
Kevin Haynes1 week ago
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The context suggests that the missing word refers to people who have watched the player in action and are therefore able to recognize his skills. This makes "writers" a more appropriate choice than "writer," which implies a solitary individual rather than a group of observers.
Learning Objectives
- Select appropriate nouns for use in sports contexts.