Question

Read the passage.
The Sixth Amendment, which was passed in December 1791, outlines the rights of people who are accused of crimes. For example, it describes how defendants have the right to a speedy and public trial. The guarantee of an expedient trial is important for several reasons. For starters, it ensures that no one is imprisoned longer than necessary if they're innocent. It also reduces the risk that, as time passes, witnesses will fail to recollect events clearly.

What is the meaning of expedient as used in the passage?
A. Transparent and Honest
B. Timely and Purposeful
C. Objective and Balanced
D. Careful and Deliberate

Answer 1

B. "Expedient" here means timely — a prompt or speedy trial (option B: timely and purposeful).