Question

7 multiple choice 2 points what is the meaning of idly in the following sentence? savannah gazed idly out the window, neglecting the book that lay open on her knee. in a concentrated, fierce way in a cheerful, happy way in a puzzled, confused way in a lazy, passive way

Explanation:

The word "idly" is an adverb. Looking at the context of the sentence, Savannah is neglecting her book and just looking out the window. "Lazy" and "passive" fit this lack - of - active - engagement context. "Concentrated, fierce" implies focus which is the opposite. "Cheerful, happy" has no indication in the sentence. "Puzzled, confused" also has no basis in the given text.

Answer:

in a lazy, passive way