Question

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what was the wharf like before the steamboat arrived each day?

a. frightening and dangerous

b. full of anticipation

c. depressed and lonely

d. quiet and empty

Explanation:

To answer this, we analyze the options. The wharf before the steamboat arrives is typically described as quiet and empty (since the steamboat's arrival would bring activity, so before that, it's calm with few people/activity). Option A's "frightening/dangerous" is unfounded. Option B's "anticipation" is more about the mood when waiting for arrival, but the state before is quiet/empty. Option C's "depressed/lonely" is too emotional; the wharf is just inactive, not emotionally depressed. So D fits.

Answer:

D. Quiet and empty