Question

Of an impulsive and passionate nature, she had fortified herself to encounter the stings and venomous stabs of public contumely, wreaking itself in every variety of insult;

Which word from this excerpt most clearly suggests the meaning of the word contumely? (4 points)


Select one:


a. Encounter

b. Impulsive

c. Insult

d. Public

Answer 1

insult, almost a synonym for contumely

Answer 2

so its c

Answer 3

yes..it is C

Answer 4

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