Question

the hauteur of the princess was considered acceptable by her royal servants, who were accustomed to being rudely dismissed by their powerful rulers.
part a
what does the word hauteur mean as it is used in the sentence?

1. glamour
2. perfection
3. seriousness
4. superiority

part b
which phrase from the sentence supports the correct answer from part a?

1. \of the princess\
2. \considered acceptable\
3. \being rudely dismissed\
4. \powerful rulers\

Explanation:

Part A: "Hauteur" refers to an attitude of superiority, which aligns with the context of a princess and servants accustomed to powerful rulers' dismissive behavior.
Part B: "powerful rulers" sets the context of hierarchical superiority, supporting the meaning of hauteur.

Answer:

Part A: 4. superiority
Part B: 4. "powerful rulers"