Question

“Inside the chrysalis, the pupa grows the legs, wings, and other parts of an adult butterfly. Once the butterfly is fully developed, the chrysalis splits apart, and the butterfly emerges.”
What does the word “developed” mean?


young and small

changed and grown

safe and protected

soft and vulnerable

Answer 1

The word “developed” in this context means "changed and grown." It refers to the process of maturing and reaching full form, as seen in the transformation of the pupa into an adult butterfly.