Question

read the sentence from the passage: \the landing of this mythical spot did not then, and does not now, seem so important as the actual occupation and possession of it. this is the threshold of the house of any great scientific secrets.\ which feeling does the word mythical suggest?
○ bravery
○ reverence
○ eagerness
○ certainty

Explanation:

To determine the feeling suggested by "mythical", we analyze each option:

• "Bravery" relates to courage, not the nature of something mythical.
• "Reverence" means a feeling of deep respect, often associated with things that are mythical (like legendary or sacred spots, which would be held in reverence).
• "Eagerness" is about enthusiasm or urgency, not related to the meaning of mythical.
• "Certainty" is about being sure, which doesn't connect to the idea of something mythical (mythical things are more about legend or mystery, not certainty).

So "reverence" is the best fit as mythical spots (like legendary scientific thresholds) would be viewed with respect.

Answer:

B. reverence