Question

1. part a \grover took the empty glass from me gingerly, as if it were dynamite, and set it back on the table.\ which word in this excerpt best helps in understanding the meaning of gingerly? a. empty b. glass c. dynamite d. table

Explanation:

The phrase "as if it were dynamite" is a simile that describes how Grover handled the empty glass gingerly. Dynamite is a dangerous and explosive substance, suggesting that Grover was very careful. This comparison helps in understanding the cautious nature of the action described by "gingerly".

Answer:

C. dynamite