Question

and yet it was plushenko, the 2006 olympic champion,
who showed more ambition, if less poise and stamina, in
the free skate.

in this sentence, stamina means:
○ enduring strength and energy
○ elaborate ornamentation in decorative art and
architecture
○ most favorable conditions or greatest degree possible
○ obstreperous and defiant aggressiveness

Explanation:

To determine the meaning of "stamina" in the context of a figure skating (free skate) performance, we analyze the options:

• The first option, "enduring strength and energy", fits the context of a physical activity like figure skating, where athletes need to sustain their performance.
• The second option about decorative art is irrelevant.
• The third option about favorable conditions doesn't relate to an athlete's trait.
• The fourth option about aggressiveness is not related to stamina.

Answer:

A. enduring strength and energy