Language ArtsQuestion 9 of 120
What is the meaning of the word 'meticulous' in this sentence: 'The accountant was meticulous, checking every figure three times'?
a.Extremely careful and precise
b.Careless
c.Quick and rushed
d.Confused
Explanation
Context clues, such as 'checking every figure three times,' show that 'meticulous' means very careful about detail. Using surrounding evidence to define an unfamiliar word is a core reading skill. The clue directly contradicts 'careless' and 'rushed.'
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