Question

in paragraph 2, elite means about the same as * 1 point
a. under educated
b. upper crust
c. small faction
d. majority group
which word means the opposite of preclude in paragraph 2? * 1 point
a. include
b. hinder
c. consider
d. facilitate

Explanation:

1. "Elite" typically refers to the upper - class or high - status group, which is similar to "upper crust". "Under educated" is the opposite of what elite often implies in terms of social status and education. "Small faction" and "majority group" do not capture the high - status connotation of elite.
2. "Preclude" means to prevent something from happening or make it impossible. "Include" is the opposite as it means to have something as part of a whole, while "hinder" is more about causing difficulty, "consider" is about thinking about something, and "facilitate" is about making something easier.

Answer:

1. b. upper crust
2. a. include