Read the sentences. My brother is very determined when it comes to his running. He practices six days a week, he often jogs more
than sixteen miles each day, and he hopes to participate in a double marathon this summer. Based on the clues in the sentence, which word would be the best replacement for determined? firm stubborn driven settled
Based on the clues, the word that would best replace "determine" is:
C. driven.
Explanation:
Depending on the context, any of the options provided could be a synonym for "determined". But, once we analyze the context and the clues of this particular passage, we can see why "driven" is the best choice. <u>The speaker is describing his/her brother as someone who is deeply motivated. He practices hard and has a clear goal in mind. This is not about how strong-headed or how inflexible he is when others try to convince him to do something else. It is all about determination, motivation, drive.</u>
You would use a comma. The semi colon acts when both what is in front and behind it can stand alone as a sentence. “With technology in the hands of so many people” does not make sense standing alone.
