Question

as you wrap up your analysis of both pieces, you realize that there’s a word that you still need to figure out. read the following excerpt to figure out the meaning of the word vain. “...that we here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain...” how would you define vain using the context clues? humor futile violence arrogant

Explanation:

The phrase "not have died in vain" implies that the deaths should not be without result or effectiveness. The word "futile" means ineffective or pointless, which aligns with the context.

Answer:

B. Futile