In the passage, the phrase "roamed freely in the forest" most nearly means:
Answer
Wandered without restriction
The correct answer is Wandered without restriction — Eliminate options that do not convey wandering or freedom, leaving option B as the correct answer.
Step-by-step solution
- Read the phrase "roamed freely in the forest" in the passage.
- Identify the meaning of the word "roamed" – it implies moving around without a fixed route.
- The adverb "freely" adds the idea of no restriction.
- Combine the meanings to get "wandered without restriction".
- Eliminate options that do not convey wandering or freedom, leaving option B as the correct answer.
Common mistake: Confusing "roamed" with "ran in circles" instead of understanding it as wandering.
Concept tested: meaning of phrase
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