Question

1. what does the word wretched mean in the following sentence? after being caught in the storm, the hikers returned to camp cold, wet, and wretched.

energetic and enthusiastic
happy and relieved
miserable and uncomfortable
calm and composed

Explanation:

The word "wretched" in the context of "cold, wet, and wretched" describes a state of extreme discomfort and misery. Among the options, "Miserable and uncomfortable" best captures this meaning. "Calm and composed" is the opposite of how one would feel in such a situation. "Happy and relieved" is also incorrect as the situation described is not positive. "Energetic and enthusiastic" does not fit the negative connotation of being caught in a storm and returning cold and wet.

Answer:

Miserable and uncomfortable