Question

Read the excerpt from "Gumption."

“There goes Oyster and that boy of his,” I said, “ragged as a jay-bird, both of ‘em.”

What is the most likely meaning of the phrase ragged as a jay-bird?


angry and frustrated


unkempt and worn out


harsh and outspoken


stressed and lonely

Answer 1

Unkempt and worn out

Answer 2

Unkept and worn out

Step-by-step explanation:

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