Question

multiple choice
instructions
read the question carefully and select the best answer.
what is most closely the meaning of the word earnestly as it appears in the sentence below?
laughter blew across the moon - colored lawn from the house of clarisse and her father and uncle smiled so quietly and earnestly.
a. adverb | genuinely and with conviction
b. adverb | with abandon
c. adverb | without regard for others
d. adverb | forced, while experiencing pain

Explanation:

The word "earnestly" means in a sincere and serious - minded way, which is closest to "genuinely and with conviction". The other options do not match the meaning. "With abandon" implies a lack of restraint, "without regard for others" is about being inconsiderate, and "forced, while experiencing pain" is completely off - topic.

Answer:

A. adverb | genuinely and with conviction