Question

question 13 which quotation indicates the meaning of languid in paragraph 1? a. glow softly b. glide slowly c. ocean’s depths d. handfuls of glitter (passage excerpt: fireflies dot the twilight sky like sparks above a verdant meadow, languid jellyfish glow softly as they glide slowly through the ocean’s depths, and tiny algae shimmer like handfuls of glitter on the surface of inky black water on a dark night.)

Explanation:

To determine the meaning of "languid", we analyze the context around it. The phrase "languid jellyfish" is followed by "glide slowly through the ocean’s depths". "Glide slowly" describes the jellyfish's movement, and "languid" likely relates to this slow, relaxed movement. Option A refers to the glow, C to the location, and D to the algae's appearance, so B is the best choice as it provides context for the jellyfish's (and thus "languid") movement.

Answer:

B. "glide slowly"