Question

1. based on the entire passage, what is the meaning of the word \momentous\ in line 18?

a causes much happiness
b creates a great disturbance
c occurs simply by chance
d becomes historically important

• dissect the question. circle any words in the question that tell you about

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze the meaning of "momentous". The word "momentous" typically refers to something of great significance or importance, especially in a historical or impactful sense.

• Option A: "causes much happiness" is incorrect as "momentous" isn't about happiness.
• Option B: "creates a great disturbance" is wrong; "momentous" is about importance, not disturbance.
• Option C: "occurs simply by chance" is incorrect as "momentous" has nothing to do with chance.
• Option D: "becomes historically important" matches the meaning of "momentous" (something significant/important, often with historical relevance).

Answer:

D. becomes historically important