Question

read this part of the text. the word \veer\ most closely means
a turn.
b repair.
c lead.
d intend.
earhart had no way of knowing her height above the sea. and a severe storm made her veer slightly off course.

Explanation:

The context mentions that a severe storm made her veer off course. "Veer" implies a change in direction. "Turn" is the closest in meaning as it also indicates a change in direction. "Repair" means to fix, which is not relevant. "Lead" means to guide, not relevant here. "Intend" means to plan, not related to changing course.

Answer:

A. turn