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what does the word prosperity mean in paragraph 4 of the
passage?
expansion
well - being
victory
wealth
reading passage
the beginning of the ivory trade
4 the prosperity of europe and the united states during the second half of the
nineteenth century led to the brisk growth of the ivory trade. wealthy people
clamored for ivory piano keys as well as for ivory combs, billiards balls, and knife
handles. they also wanted works of art carved from ivory.

Explanation:

In the context of the passage, "prosperity" is related to the growth of the ivory trade. Wealthy people's demand for ivory - related items (like piano keys, combs, etc.) indicates a situation of economic well - being and growth. "Wealth" is a key element here as it is associated with the purchasing power of people (wealthy people) that drives the trade. "Victory" is not relevant to the trade context. "Well - being" is too general and not as directly related to the economic aspect of trade growth as "wealth". "Expansion" is more about the increase in size or scope (like the expansion of the trade itself), but "prosperity" in this context is more about the economic state which is closely tied to "wealth".

Answer:

wealth