Question

1. what does the word \haunt\ most closely mean in paragraph 20?

a. a place frequented by a group
b. a place where weapons are stored
c. a place where a planned attack took place
d. a place that has been abandoned by people

Explanation:

To determine the meaning of "haunt" in this context, we analyze the options:

• Option A: "A place frequented by a group" matches the common meaning of "haunt" (a place often visited by a particular group).
• Option B: A place for storing weapons is an "arsenal" or "armory", not "haunt".
• Option C: A place of a planned attack is a "target" or "site of attack", not "haunt".
• Option D: A place abandoned by people is "abandoned" or "deserted", not "haunt" (haunts are frequented, not abandoned).

Answer:

A. a place frequented by a group