Stephanie writes a blog about her middle school. Initially, her audience was limited to students and teachers at the school. But
in recent months, readership of the blog has expanded to include others in her town. Her readers are both amused and impressed by her entries and look
forward to new posts. Stephanie is very aware of her surroundings; her view of the daily struggles and triumphs in the brick school building on
Maple Street is filled with funny and heartwarming details.
Which word is closest in meaning to "aware" as it is used in the passage?
O 1. careful
2. critical
3. observant
04. Suspicious
