Question

question 7
the article says:
jacques charles used hydrogen gas to power his balloon...
his balloon zoomed up. it landed an hour later about 15 miles (24 kilometers) away. people were confused. they attacked it with pitchforks.
in this passage, the word confused means
a. amused and happy
b. puzzled and unsure
c. asleep and lazy
d. hopeful and excited

Explanation:

The word "confused" generally means being puzzled or uncertain. Among the options, "puzzled and unsure" best matches this meaning.

Answer:

B. puzzled and unsure