Question

records, making fans
the man in front of the crowd had set more world records than anyone in japan. the crowd watched, hoping he might set another one. people saw him extend his arms, stretching out to pick up socks.
pulling on socks as fast as he can is just one of cherry’s many funny talents.
what does “extend” mean in this passage?
options: to throw at something, to reach toward something, to look for something, to wave at something

Explanation:

To determine the meaning of "extend" in the passage, we analyze the context: "People saw him extend his arms, stretching out to pick up socks." The phrase "stretching out to pick up" implies reaching toward the socks. Let's evaluate the options:

• "to throw at something" doesn't match, as he's picking up, not throwing.
• "to reach toward something" aligns with stretching out to pick up socks.
• "to look for something" is incorrect, as he's physically moving his arms, not searching.
• "to wave at something" is wrong, as waving is a different action than reaching to pick up.

Answer:

B. to reach toward something (assuming the second option is labeled B; adjust the label based on the actual option numbering, but the text is "to reach toward something")