Question

1. which sentence best illustrates the meaning of enthusiastically? 1 point a. lori greeted her mother’s visitors with a timid smile. b. mike didn’t hesitate to volunteer for the basketball team. c. nikki offered us the first taste of her fresh - baked muffins. d. orlando puzzled over the algebra problem but finally solved it. 8. if a new student hesitantly approaches you in the hallway, what does he most likely do? 1 point a. he sticks out his hand boldly. b. he moves slowly and a bit shyly. c. he eagerly offers to share something.

Explanation:

The adverb "enthusiastically" means with great eagerness and excitement. Option b shows Mike's eagerness to volunteer for the basketball team without hesitation, which best illustrates the meaning. For the second - question, "hesitantly" means in a way that shows reluctance or lack of confidence. Option b describes a slow and shy movement which aligns with being hesitant.

Answer:

1. b. Mike didn't hesitate to volunteer for the basketball team.
2. b. He moves slowly and a bit shyly.