Question

read this passage from the story. foley was the name she and lucas shared.... the idea of him leaving it behind for good made her feel rootless and forlorn. in this passage, the word forlorn means _. a. surprised and amused b. angry and disgusted c. saddened and lonely d. excited and hopeful

Explanation:

The context shows a sense of loss as Lucas is leaving the shared name behind, which evokes feelings of sadness and loneliness. "Forlorn" means pitifully sad and abandoned or lonely.

Answer:

C. saddened and lonely