Read the sentence and study the table.
Jaren and Shardae found that cooking a four-course dinner was a laborious process.
Based on the definition of the suffix, what does the underlined word mean?
A. relatively easy
B. not challenging
C. requiring effort
D. deeply satisfying
Answer (2)
The word 'laborious' means requiring effort, as it describes the process of cooking a four-course dinner as challenging. The suffix '-ious' indicates the qualities of hard work associated with the task. Therefore, the correct answer is option C: requiring effort.
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The word 'laborious' refers to tasks that are challenging and require effort. Given the suffix '-ious,' it indicates that cooking a four-course dinner is a demanding process. Therefore, it correlates with the meaning of 'requiring effort.' ;
