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What is most closely the meaning of the word ivory as it is used in the following passage?

"I saw on that ivory face the expression of somber pride, of ruthless power, of craven terror-of an intense and hopeless
despair." (Part 3, page 80)
A. noun la substance made of elephant tusks
B. adjective i pale
o C. adjective i smooth and shiny
D. noun l a valuable material

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The answer is B. “Pale”
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