Question

what does the word \prolonged\ mean as used in the sentence: \there was now a fine, cold drizzle falling, and the wind had risen from its uncertain puffs into a steady blow, bringing with it a feeling of discomfort that was almost physical in its prolonged and chilly pressure.\

○ quick

○ weak

○ drawn - out

○ natural

Explanation:

To determine the meaning of "prolonged", we analyze the context. The wind changed from uncertain puffs to a steady blow, and the discomfort has a "prolonged and chilly pressure". "Quick" is the opposite of a steady, lasting blow. "Weak" doesn't fit as the pressure is described as almost physical. "Natural" is irrelevant here. "Drawn - out" means lasting for a long time, which matches the idea of the discomfort being steady and lasting due to the wind's change.

Answer:

C. Drawn - out