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Answer: ASet 2: Words in Context
Explanation
PASSAGE
The protagonist's journey was difficult, filled with obstacles that tested her resolve, but she remained ______, refusing to give up on her quest.
Which choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase?
A. persistent✓ Correct
B. fearful
C. fragile
D. confused
Detailed Explanation
Someone who 'refuses to give up' despite obstacles is described as 'persistent'.
Key Evidence:
• "refusing to give up"
• "tested her resolve"
Why others are wrong: B (Fearful contradicts the resolve to continue.), C (Fragile means easily broken, not enduring.), D (Confused implies lack of understanding, not determination.).