Question

unit: introduction to college reading and writing
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capt- (core root) take; seize
what does the word captivated mean as it is used in this sentence?
the play captivated me; i felt transported to another place and time.
held a persons attention completely
a statement that is made by a captain
kidnapped or taken against ones will
unable to make someone understand

Explanation:

The root "capt -" means take or seize. In the context of the sentence about the play, "captivated" implies the play took hold of the person's attention. It doesn't mean a statement by a captain, kidnapping, or inability to make someone understand.

Answer:

A. held a person's attention completely