hoose the answer that gives the meaning and part of speech for the underlined word demonstrations as it is used in the paragraph. Base your answer on your understanding of the suffix -ion as well as on context.

Question

A.
displays feelings; verb
B.
acts of protesting; noun
C.
proofs or supporting evidence; noun
D.
shows how to use a device; verb

Answer 1

To determine the meaning and part of speech for the underlined word "demonstrations," we can analyze the context and the suffix "-ion."

The suffix "-ion" indicates that the word is a noun.

Based on the options provided:

• A. displays feelings; verb: This is incorrect as it does not match the noun form.
• B. acts of protesting; noun: This could fit if the context refers to protests.
• C. proofs or supporting evidence; noun: This is too specific and may not apply unless the context clearly indicates that meaning.
• D. shows how to use a device; verb: This is also incorrect as "demonstrations" in this sense refers to a noun.

Without further context but using the definition of "demonstrations" commonly used, B. acts of protesting; noun seems the most appropriate choice if the context relates to protests. However, if the context indicates showing how to use something, it could point towards an educational demonstration. Without more specifics, B is a good fit based on the emphasis on protest.

So the best answer based on the common interpretation of "demonstrations" would be B. acts of protesting; noun.