Question

select the correct answer.
read paragraph 34.
(34) \i thought so at the time, but i find i was wrong. it will be a great blow to me to give up the work for the present, but there is no help for it.\
what is the connotative meaning of the word blow as it is used in the text?
a. an unexpected and surprising change
b. a welcome and desired cancellation
c. an unfamiliar and mysterious incident
d. a disappointing and unfortunate event

Explanation:

To determine the connotative meaning of "blow" in the sentence "It will be a great blow to me to give up the work for the present, but there is no help for it," we analyze each option:

• Option A: The context is about giving up work, not a change, so A is incorrect.
• Option B: Giving up work is not a "welcome" event, so B is incorrect.
• Option C: The situation is about a personal setback, not an "unfamiliar and mysterious" incident, so C is incorrect.
• Option D: Giving up work is a disappointing and unfortunate event, which matches the connotation of "blow" (a negative impact or setback) in this context.

Answer:

D. a disappointing and unfortunate event