Read this sentence from the passage. On December 24, 1783, immediately after resigning his commission before the Continental Con

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Read this sentence from the passage. On December 24, 1783, immediately after resigning his commission before the Continental Con

gress meeting in Annapolis, Maryland, he rode like the wind in order to arrive at his beloved Mount Vernon in time for Christmas.
What is the best meaning of “rode like the wind"?

A. rode his horse very quickly
B. enjoyed a leisurely ride home
C. traveled through high winds and terrible winter storms
D. rode home in a carriage to stay out of the wind

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2 answers:

koban [17] · Answer 1 · 2022-03-09T18:24:56+03:00

koban [17]4 years ago

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Answer:

Rode his horse very quickly

Explanation:

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kozerog [31] · Answer 2 · 2022-03-09T16:15:18+03:00

kozerog [31]4 years ago

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Correct answer: A. Rode his horse very quickly

Explanation: To ride like the wind means to be very fast when riding, to be in an absolute hurry, like when the wind is blowing