Question

what is the meaning of aficionado as it is used in passage 3, paragraph 3?
o someone who avoids interacting with experts
o someone who wants to learn about a certain activity or hobby
someone who is knowledgeable about and enjoys a certain activity or
hobby
o someone who acts like they know something when they really dont

Explanation:

The word "aficionado" typically refers to a person who is very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about a particular activity or hobby. Let's analyze each option:

• Option 1: "someone who avoids interacting with experts" - This has no relation to the meaning of "aficionado".
• Option 2: "someone who wants to learn about a certain activity or hobby" - While an aficionado may have started as a learner, the key aspect is their current state of being knowledgeable and enjoying it, not just the desire to learn.
• Option 3: "someone who is knowledgeable about and enjoys a certain activity or hobby" - This matches the typical meaning of "aficionado".
• Option 4: "someone who acts like they know something when they really don't" - This is the opposite of what an aficionado is.

Answer:

C. someone who is knowledgeable about and enjoys a certain activity or hobby