Question:
The word “butchered” in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to ______.
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A.
killed -
B.
cooked -
C.
trade -
D.
raised
Reference explanation:
Correct answer: A
Knowledge: Reading comprehension
Explain:
From “butchered” in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to _______.
butchered: to be killed
A. killed: to be killed
B. cooked: to be cooked
C. traded: to be exchanged, bought or sold
D. raised: to be raised
=> butchered = killed
Information: Hunting is no longer the major culprit, although rare birds and animals continue to be butchered for their skin, feathers, tusks, and internal organs, or taken as savage pets.
Translated: Hunting is no longer the main culprit, although rare birds and animals continue to be killed for their skins, feathers, tusks and internal organs, or are considered barbaric pets.
Choose A.
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