Question

what is the meaning of the word rivalry as used in the passage? use the antonym friendship as a context clue to help you determine the meaning. basketball legends earvin \magic\ johnson and larry bird were rivals throughout their college and professional careers. when they shot a commercial together in 1986, however, johnson and birds rivalry transitioned into a friendship that served as the basis for a broadway show, magicbird. a polite disagreement a violent encounter a state of competition

Explanation:

The antonym "friendship" implies a positive - relationship. "Rivalry" is the opposite. It is a state of competition between individuals or groups, which is different from a friendly relationship. It doesn't mean a polite disagreement or a violent encounter.

Answer:

C. a state of competition