Question

what does the word hinterland in paragraph 2 of the excerpt from the no. 1 ladies detective agency mean?

a mountainous terrain
b luxuriant oasis
c remote area
d farming community

Explanation:

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Analyze the target word

The question asks for the meaning of the word "hinterland" as used in the text.

Define the word meaning

"Hinterland" refers to an area lying beyond what is visible or known, typically a remote, undeveloped, or sparsely populated region inland from a coast or valley.

Evaluate the options

Comparing the definition of "hinterland" to the choices:

• (A) Mountainous terrain: Incorrect, as it refers specifically to mountains.
• (B) Luxuriant oasis: Incorrect, as it refers to a fertile desert area.
• (C) Remote area: Correct, as it matches the definition of a hinterland.
• (D) Farming community: Incorrect, as it refers to agricultural settlements.

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<mcq-correct>(C) Remote area</mcq-correct>
<mcq-option>(D) Farming community</mcq-option>
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Answer:

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Evaluate the options

Comparing the definition of "hinterland" to the choices:

• (A) Mountainous terrain: Incorrect, as it refers specifically to mountains.
• (B) Luxuriant oasis: Incorrect, as it refers to a fertile desert area.
• (C) Remote area: Correct, as it matches the definition of a hinterland.
• (D) Farming community: Incorrect, as it refers to agricultural settlements.

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