The denotation of the word strong in this excerpt from Binding Memories is powerful. <u>The correct answer is the first one.</u>
Explanation:
In this context, the word strong means capable enough. Capable of sustaining "<em>entire worlds</em>", strong enough, powerful enough. I think the word that best describes the denotation is the first one because <u>it embraces</u> all the other adjectives; the spine is <em>well built</em>, it has the proper attitude, and is capable of holding big "<em>weight</em>". It is<em> the guide</em>, the one that supports other parts.
In reading To Kill A Mockingbird, Scout is skeptical about Tom Robinson raping or assaulting Mayella. In addition, Scout observed that the jury was not satisfied with his statement of feeling sorry for Mayella
