6. Use this paragraph from “The Reward of Enterprise” to answer the question. The paragraph describes a man swimming in the ocean.

Question

Which word is most similar in meaning to drive as it is used in this passage?
A) emerge
B) drift
C) meander
D) tear

7. When it is safe to release Tie’s legs, Sky scrambles away, forcing his breath to slow while wiping sweat from his grainy eyes. The fast stabbing in his ribs lessens as he pulls air deeply through his nose, and his shivering body calms when he releases air slowly through his mouth.
Use the passage to answer the question.

The imagery used in the sentence suggests that although Sky is ____________, he is ______________.
A) somewhat concerned for Tie's safety
B) unused to the amount of work he is doing
C) having an intense physical experience

A) attempting to calm himself down
B) mostly worried about his own health
C) willing to try his hardest to succeed

Answer 1

6. Based on the context provided, the word that is most similar in meaning to "drive" as it is used in this passage is D) tear. In a context of physical activity or momentum, "drive" often relates to a forceful or vigorous movement, which aligns with "tear."

7. The imagery used in the sentence suggests that although Sky is C) having an intense physical experience, he is A) attempting to calm himself down. The passage describes a physical struggle and the way Sky tries to control his breathing and calm his shivering body, indicating that he is experiencing intensity but is also trying to regain his composure.