Question

part a
what does the word superfluous mean in paragraph 2?

1. confusing
2. emotional
3. incomplete
4. unnecessary

part b
which detail from paragraph 2 best supports the correct answer from part a?

1. \was always ready\

2.
ever took one step too many\
3.
ever seen to be moved or agitated\

1. \always reached his destination\

Explanation:

For Part A, "superfluous" is a standard English vocabulary word meaning not needed or unnecessary. For Part B, the phrase "never took one step too many" directly aligns with the meaning of unnecessary, as it describes avoiding extra, unneeded actions.

Answer:

Part A: 4. unnecessary
Part B: 2. "never took one step too many"