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What is the meaning of the word altruistic as it is used in the second sentence?

Some people felt she was an unusual person, the way she always waltzed into town. She was truly altruistic, however, and, much like her mother, always giving money or things to local charities.


Select the word from the drop-down menu to correctly complete the statement.

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Answer: Generous

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Answer:

C. Generous.

Step-by-step explanation:

The word 'altruistic' is an adjective that defines the quality of someone who is self-less and thinks more about others over one's own gain or advantage.

In the given passage, the correct word which defines the term 'altruistic' is generous. The word 'generous' correctly fits the sentence. And, the remaining part of the sentence also helps to know that the term is trying to define the 'generosity of the person. The words like 'always giving money or things to local charities' also adds to the term.

Thus the correct word for 'altruistic' is generous (C).

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