Question

1. which of the following is the best meaning of insurmountable as it is used in paragraph 2?

a. exciting
b. terrifying
c. unbeatable
d. unsurprising

Explanation:

The word "insurmountable" describes something that cannot be overcome or surmounted. Among the options, "unbeatable" is the closest synonym, as it refers to something that cannot be defeated or overcome. The other options do not match: "exciting" means stimulating interest, "terrifying" means causing extreme fear, and "unsurprising" means expected.

Answer:

C. unbeatable