Question

question 1. in paragraph 7, what does the word gloomier most likely mean? a. happier and more exciting b. noisier and busier c. longer and more festive d. darker and more sad there has been an increase in incidents right before the new year as well. members of the asian community across the country have been physically and verbally attacked because of the racist ideas. there are other reasons people are feeling sad at the start of the lunar new year. many asian americans, including my family and friends, have dealt with racism. this has increased with covid - 19. there are some obvious reasons. my family, like many others, cant get together. chinatown gatherings have been canceled to discourage crowding. the covid - 19 pandemic has made the holiday feel gloomier. this lunar new year is different. togetherness and hope for the future.

Explanation:

The paragraph mentions that the COVID - 19 pandemic has made the holiday feel a certain way, and also that family gatherings have been canceled. This gives a sense of sadness and a less - than - cheerful atmosphere. "Gloomier" implies a darker, sadder mood.

Answer:

D. Darker and more sad