Question

1. what does the word contraptions mean as it is used in paragraph 4?

a. machines
b. drivers
c. parades
d. horses

Explanation:

To determine the meaning of "contraptions", we analyze the options. "Contraptions" refers to devices or machines, often somewhat complicated or unusual. Option A (machines) aligns with this meaning. Option B (drivers) refers to people operating vehicles, C (parades) are public processions, and D (horses) are animals—none match "contraptions".

Answer:

A. machines