Question

1. they pursued it.

a bought
b mugged
c persuaded
d resolved
e followed

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze the meaning of "pursued" (to follow or chase). Let's check each option:

• A. "bought" means to purchase, not related.
• B. "mugged" means to rob, not related.
• C. "persuaded" means to convince, not related.
• D. "resolved" means to solve or decide, not related.
• E. "followed" has a similar meaning to "pursued" (to go after or track).

Answer:

E. followed