Question

use context clues to help determine the meaning of the underlined word. darren worked diligently at his homework; he wouldnt give up! persistent and determined apathetic or indifferent lazy and easygoing cheerful or funny

Explanation:

The sentence "Darren worked diligently at his homework; he wouldn't give up!" shows that Darren was persistent. The semicolon - separated clause "he wouldn't give up" acts as a context clue. "Diligently" implies working hard and with determination. "Apathetic or indifferent" means lacking interest or concern, which is the opposite. "Lazy and easygoing" is also contrary to the idea of working hard. "Cheerful or funny" has no relation to the act of working hard on homework without giving up.

Answer:

Persistent and determined