Question

Read this excerpt from Journey to the Center of the Earth.

Besides, if the ascending path was more arduous and painful to clamber, I had one source of secret consolation and delight.

Using context clues, what is the best meaning of “arduous”?

A. involving or requiring strenuous effort
B. very great or intense
C. spread out over a wide number of people
D. reduction in size or importance of something

Answer 1

A. involving or requiring strenuous effort

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Answer 2

Answer: A

Explanation: Hope this helps :)