Question

the two baby boys were set afloat in the tiber river in a basket. as used in the sentence, what does the word \afloat\ mean? a thrown over something b on the surface of water c set on fire d sinking in water 7 choose the answer that best completes the sentence. romulus and remus founded a new city, ____________ remus was killed romulus before the citys completion. a so b because c but d after

Explanation:

1. For the first question about "afloat", in the context of being in a river in a basket, it means on the surface of water. The other options do not fit the context.
2. For the second question, Romulus and Remus founded a city but Remus was killed before its completion. "But" is used to show a contrast or contradiction.

Answer:

1. B. on the surface of water
2. C. but