Question #N740
The narrator is describing a time when he felt disconnected and unsure, and he is looking for guidance to regain his sense of direction. The word “wandered” is used to convey a sense of confusion and disorientation, emphasizing the narrator’s state of uncertainty. What is the most likely reason why the writer uses the word "wandered"?
In this passage, the word "wandered" is used to
A. create a sense of mystery and intrigue.
B. highlight the beauty and wonder of the natural world.
C. emphasize the narrator’s lack of direction and purpose.
D. suggest that the narrator is feeling lost and alone.
Correct Answer is: C
The word "wandered" suggests a lack of direction and purpose, which is consistent with the narrator's state of uncertainty and confusion. The narrator is looking for guidance to regain his sense of direction, and the word "wandered" emphasizes this feeling of disorientation.