Question

what is the meaning of the word scowled as it is used in this sentence?
coveste had never seen the house they lived in now. he checked the time again and scowled. if
the train came in soon, he might still be able to make it to the last screening at the film festival.”

a. respond

b. joked

c. facial expression

d. grin

Explanation:

To determine the meaning of "scowled" in the sentence, we analyze the context: the character is checking the time, likely worried about making the train for the film festival screening. Let's evaluate the options:

• Option a ("respond") is an action, not a facial expression or emotion - related action, so it's incorrect.
• Option b ("joked") implies humor, which doesn't fit the worried context of checking time for a deadline.
• Option c ("facial expression"): A scowl is a facial expression showing displeasure, anger, or worry. The character's concern about the train timing suggests a negative or anxious facial expression, so this fits.
• Option d ("grin") is a smile, which is positive and doesn't match the worried context.

Answer:

c. facial expression