Question

for questions 11 - 15, refer to the following passage: jenna walked through the busy market, careful to adhere (11) to her shopping list. she noticed the pungent (12) smell of fresh spices and the vibrant colors of the fruits, which created a truly aesthetic (13) experience. feeling a bit nonchalant (14), she strolled past the stalls, despite being in a new place. a vendor tried to get her attention; however, she tried not to procrastinate (15) and quickly finished her errands. 12. what does pungent mean, as it is used in the paragraph? a. quiet and calm b. pretty and colorful c. very strong taste or smell d. small in size this is a required question for questions 11 - 15, refer to the following passage: jenna walked through the busy market, careful to adhere (11) to her shopping list. she noticed the pungent (12) smell of fresh spices and the vibrant colors of the fruits, which created a truly aesthetic (13) experience. feeling a bit nonchalant (14), she strolled past the stalls, despite being in a new place. a vendor tried to get her attention; however, she tried not to procrastinate (15) and quickly finished her errands. 13. in context, aesthetic refers to: a a medical condition b. appreciation of beauty or style

Explanation:

For question 12:

• The word "pungent" is used to describe a smell.
• "Quiet and calm" (A) describes a state of being, not a smell.
• "Pretty and colorful" (B) describes appearance, not smell.
• "Small in size" (D) describes size, not smell.
• "Very strong taste or smell" (C) is the correct meaning as it relates to the sensory perception of smell.

For question 13:

• "Aesthetic" in the context of experiencing vibrant colors and a pleasant market scene.
• "A medical condition" (A) is not relevant to the described experience.
• "Appreciation of beauty or style" (B) fits as the combination of colors and the overall experience is about beauty and style.

Answer:

1. C. Very strong taste or smell
2. B. Appreciation of beauty or style