Question

in the following passage, the author uses the phrases buttoned up and buttoned it up to mean something other than fastened with buttons, as with a coat. read the passage and follow the steps to infer the meaning of buttoned it up and buttoned up by using context clues. and there was no way really to replace this unit or to repair the instrument, because when they launched this thing, and they got it ready for space flight, they really buttoned it up. they didnt want anybody to screw with this thing. it was buttoned up with an access panel that blocked the power supply that had failed. this access panel had 117 small screws with washers, and just to play it safe, they put glue on the screw threads so they would never come apart. you know, it could withstand a space launch, and there was no way we could get in to fix this thing. 5. which two reasons does the author give for the instrument being buttoned up? a to keep anyone from messing with it b. to keep it warm c to keep it from harm during a space launch 6. was the authors job easier or harder because the instrument was buttoned up? why? 7. based on these context clues, a reasonable inference for the meaning of buttoned up is

Explanation:

1. The passage states "They didn't want anybody to screw with this thing" which supports option A, and mentions it could withstand a space - launch, supporting option C. There is no mention of keeping it warm.
2. The author's job was harder because the access panel with 117 small screws and glued threads made it impossible to get in and fix the instrument.
3. Based on the context, "buttoned up" means made inaccessible or sealed tightly to prevent interference or damage.

Answer:

1. A. to keep anyone from messing with it, C. to keep it from harm during a space launch
2. Harder. The access was blocked by screws and glue, preventing repair.
3. Made inaccessible or sealed tightly to prevent interference or damage.