Question

marta always bought designer sunglasses, but she was careless and usually broke them within a week. she thought it would be a good idea to buy some less expensive ones, but they turned out to be pretty cheap. which statement best describes how the connotation of the word careless affects the meaning of the passage? a. the connotation of the word careless suggests that marta really cares about her things. b. the connotation of the word careless suggests that it is not martas fault the glasses break. c. the connotation of the word careless suggests that marta prefers designer sunglasses. d. the connotation of the word careless suggests that marta doesnt pay attention to her things.

Explanation:

The word "careless" has a negative connotation, indicating a lack of attention or caution. In the context, Marta breaking sunglasses often implies she doesn't pay attention to her things.

Answer:

D. The connotation of the word careless suggests that Marta doesn't pay attention to her things.