Asked by Diego Garrido on Sep 25, 2024
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In each of the sentences below, select the letter for the word that most exactly and vividly completes the sentence. Sam ____ on the sofa reading a murder mystery.
A) was
B) slouched
C) sat
Murder Mystery
A genre of fiction in which a crime, typically a murder, is the central plot, with the narrative focusing on the effort to solve the crime.
Sofa
A large, comfortable seating piece of furniture designed for multiple people, also known as a couch.
- Opt for clear and specific words to fill in sentences.
Verified Answer
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Chasity Flint3 days ago
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
"Slouched" is the best choice because it paints a more vivid picture of Sam's posture and position on the sofa, indicating that he may be relaxed or disinterested in what he's reading. "Sat" is a possibility, but it doesn't provide as much visual detail. "Was" is too vague and could apply to any activity.
Learning Objectives
- Opt for clear and specific words to fill in sentences.