Question

read paragraph 5 from the passage
5 down the long lane of the history yet to be written america knows that world of our growing smaller, must avoid becoming a community of dreadful fear and hate, and be, instead, a proud confederation of mutual trust and respect.
what is the meaning of confederation as it is used in paragraph 5?
a. compound
b. amalgam
c. corporation
d. alliance

Explanation:

The word "confederation" in the context of the paragraph implies a group or union formed for a common purpose. "Alliance" (D) means a union or association formed for mutual benefit, especially between countries or organizations. "Compound" (A) refers to a mixture or combination of elements. "Amalgam" (B) is a combination or blend, often of different things. "Corporation" (C) is a large company or group of companies authorized to act as a single entity. In the given context of a community based on mutual trust and respect, "alliance" is the most appropriate as it conveys the sense of a united group.

Answer:

D. alliance