Question

using context clues to define a word
during my youth, i was always curious about how the world worked. because of this, i dove into my studies. i was always reading or conducting experiments. my teacher often called me precocious, as i was always getting great grades and going above and beyond.
what does the word precocious mean in this sentence?
o boastful
o experimental
o gifted
o beyond

Explanation:

The context shows the person was always getting great - grades and going above and beyond in studies. "Precocious" here implies being highly intelligent or talented at a young age, which is similar to "gifted".

Answer:

C. gifted