Question

read the sentence.

the protagonist’s demeanor was stolid, as opposed to the lively personalities of the supporting characters.

what is the meaning of the word stolid, as it is used in the sentence?

a full of complaints

b dramatic

c not showing passion or feeling

d highly sensitive and emotional

Explanation:

To determine the meaning of "stolid" in the sentence, we analyze the context. The sentence contrasts the protagonist's demeanor with the "lively personalities" of supporting characters. "Stolid" should mean the opposite of lively or showing emotion. Option A ("full of complaints") is not related to liveliness. Option B ("dramatic") is similar to lively in some contexts, not opposite. Option D ("highly sensitive and emotional") is also similar to lively. Option C ("not showing passion or feeling") is the opposite of lively, so it fits the contrast.

Answer:

C. not showing passion or feeling