Read the sentence.Leila stared at the driver of the shiny red convertible stopped in the middle of the intersection, incredulous that he would stop traffic just to yell at another driver behind him.What does the use of incredulous connote?
Answer
A
that Leila is envious of the driver for having a convertible
B
that Leila is angry at the driver for stopping in the intersection
C
that Leila thinks she might know the driver of the convertible
D
that Leila is shocked at what the driver of the convertible did
Explanation
“Incredulous” means unable or unwilling to believe something; it suggests surprise or disbelief. Leila is incredulous that the driver would stop traffic just to yell at someone, so she is shocked by his behavior. The word does not indicate envy, anger, or that she recognizes him.
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