Question

the selection, and choose the best answer to each question.
breaking barriers
5 while other u.s. women have earned one or two stars from michelin, dominique crenns receipt of three stars marks the ascent of women into a culinary elite that has been predominantly male. to appreciate just how exclusive that elite is, consider that in 2021, the total number of united states restaurants with michelin stars was a mere 183. of those 183, only 13 had three stars—including atelier crenn. remarkably down - to - earth—but just as remarkably attuned to the fine balance between flavor and aesthetics—crenn owes her success to sheer talent.
6 dominique crenns odyssey from france to the height of american culinary accomplishment has been remarkable. what lessons can be learned from crenns journey and achievements? what will this breakthrough mean for future generations of female chefs? only time will tell
the word odyssey in paragraph 6 originates from the name of a greek hero, odysseus. in the odyssey, an ancient greek epic, the poet homer recounts odysseus years of wandering as he made his way home after the trojan war.
drawing on this information about the words origins, choose the best definition of the word odyssey as it is used in paragraph 6.
a. an extensive journey toward a goal
b. a short trip made for fun and pleasure
c. an attempt to make a difference in the world
d. an effort to achieve something that is difficult

Explanation:

The origin of the word "odyssey" is from the Greek hero Odysseus' long journey home after the Trojan War. In paragraph 6, Dominique Crenn's journey from France to the height of American culinary accomplishment is described as an "odyssey". Just like Odysseus' long - term effort to reach his goal (home), Crenn's journey is a long - term pursuit (of culinary success). Option A "an extensive journey toward a goal" aligns with this. Option B is wrong as it's not a short trip. Option C is too broad as the focus is on a personal journey. Option D is not as accurate as it emphasizes the journey aspect more than just the effort.

Answer:

A. an extensive journey toward a goal