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QuizMultiple Choice

Compare and Contrast: Myths and Cultures — Unit test

Question 9 • Common Core ELA 9 - ELA3009 A-IC

Based on the prefix, the word "extricate” most likely means

Answer
A
“to rule a situation.”
B
“without interest in a situation.”
C
“to get out of a situation.”
D
“filled with interest in a situation.”

Explanation

The prefix “ex-” often means “out” or “away.” So “extricate” most likely means to get out of a situation, especially a difficult or tangled one. Choice C matches this meaning.

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