Question

using context clues, what is the meaning of the word \eligibility\ in the following sentence? the athlete was in tears after hearing that his eligibility to compete had been revoked, preventing him from participating in the championship. distress renounce qualification

Explanation:

Context clues show "eligibility" relates to being allowed to compete. "Distress" is emotion, "renounce" is an action. "Qualification" fits as it means being entitled/able (like eligibility) to participate.

Answer:

C. qualification