Question

identify the choice that best answers the question.
what is the most likely meaning of the word miserly in the following sentence from \the devil and tom walker\?
he had a wife as miserly as himself: they were so miserly that they even conspired to cheat each other.
○ a. lacking in intelligence
○ b. lacking a fear of punishment
○ c. preoccupied with achieving respect
○ d. preoccupied with holding on to money

Explanation:

The word "miserly" is related to being overly concerned with money. In the context of the sentence, the couple's behavior (even cheating each other) implies a focus on money - related aspects. Options A (intelligence), B (fear of punishment), and C (respect) are not related to the context of the word "miserly" which is about money - related behavior.

Answer:

D. preoccupied with holding on to money