Question

Select the word and phrase from the drop-down menus to correctly complete the sentence.

It could be inferred that the word consternation means__________ in the paragraph, based on the context clue __________

#1
anxious confusion
serious importance
amazing luck
uplifting circimstances

#2
It was supposed by many that the last day... had come

that shared in the general awe and terror

the unexpected and unaccountable darkness

The legislature... was in session

Answer 1

1. anxious confusion

2. that shared in the general awe and terror

I JUST DID THE QUIZ

Answer 2

1. anxious confusion

2. that shared in the general awe and terror

When looking at the options with the context clues, we can eliminate any definitions that have a positive connotation. None of the context clues indicate that consternation would be something that is good. While the first option shows a negative connotation for consternation it is not specific enough to pinpoint a meaning for the word. The context clue "general awe and terror" indicates that there is confusion.