Question

first read: selection vocabulary
identify the choice that best answers the question.
what is the most likely meaning of derided as it is used in this sentence from \what’s the rush?\ choose the meaning based on context clues in the sentence.
when teenagers are derided by adults, it is usually because they are \wild,\ \impulsive,\ or
ude.\
a. researched
b. ridiculed
c. protected
d. loved

Explanation:

The context clues "wild," "impulsive," or "rude" indicate adults are reacting negatively to teenagers. "Derided" here means speaking of or treating someone with contempt or mockery, which matches the definition of "ridiculed." The other options do not fit the negative context.

Answer:

B. ridiculed