Question

Select the correct answer.
Read this excerpt from The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas:

This time he fell on his knees, and, clasping his hands convulsively, uttered a prayer intelligible to God alone. He soon became calmer and more happy, for only now did he begin to realize his felicity.

What does the word felicity mean in this context?

A.
agitation
B.
confusion
C.
happiness
D.
anger
E.
folly

Answer 1

C.

You should enjoy the book. It's a classic and one of my favorites.