Question

using context clues, what is the meaning of the word \squall\ in the following sentence? there was a moment of stillness before the squall came whirling violently through the trees, causing the wind to howl around us. a bright ray of sunshine a species of trees a strong, prolonged gust of wind

Explanation:

The sentence mentions "whirling violently through the trees" and "causing the wind to howl", which are characteristics of a strong wind. "A bright ray of sunshine" and "a species of trees" do not fit these descriptions.

Answer:

C. a strong, prolonged gust of wind