choose the meaning of the bold word.

Question

“i won’t touch it,” he said **sullenly**. (“the scarlet lbis”)

sulkily

savagely

suspiciously

swiftly

Answer 1

sulkily

Answer 2

explain?

Answer 3

Sullenly in this context means to express a gloomy or unhappy attitude, typically in a sulky or moody manner. So when the character in the story says "I won't touch it" sullenly, it suggests that he is saying it in a sulky or unhappy manner.

Answer 4

Choose the meaning of the bold word.

On the topmost branch a bird the size of a chicken, with scarlet feathers and long legs, was perched **precariously**. (“the scarlet lbis”)

oddly

insecurely

enthusiastically

for all to see

Answer 5

insecurely

Answer 6

choose the meaning of the bold word.

What are the words that can **solder** cracked pride? (“the scarlet lbis”)

mend

alert

calm

upset

Answer 7

mend