Aesop’s Fables are not merely entertaining stories about talking animals; they are vehicles for ethical instruction. The tales are _______ with moral lessons, such as "slow and steady wins the race," teaching children virtues like patience and honesty.
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readingWhich choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase?
A
imbued
B
inconsistent
C
devoid
D
replaced
Correct Answer: A
Choice A is the best answer. The text says the stories contain moral lessons. To be "imbued" means to be inspired or permeated with a feeling or quality.
Choice B is incorrect because "inconsistent" means not staying the same. Choice C is incorrect because "devoid" means empty of. Choice D is incorrect because "replaced" means swapped.