Question

Read the excerpts from Samuel Johnson’s preface to A Dictionary of the English Language.

Which statement best describes the use of the underlined word in the excerpts?


In excerpt 1, it refers to personal growth, while in excerpt 2, it suggests the physical act of moving.

In excerpt 1, it refers to personal growth, while in excerpt 2, it suggests scientific discoveries.

In excerpt 1, it refers to societal advancement, while in excerpt 2, it suggests the gradual march of time.

In excerpt 1, it refers to societal advancement, while in excerpt 2, it suggests steps toward a particular goal.

Answer 1

the answer is D

Step-by-step explanation:

Answer 2

Answer: the correct answer is In excerpt 1, it refers to societal advancement, while in excerpt 2, it suggests steps toward a particular goal.

Explanation: In excerpt 1, the author uses the possesive pronoun "their" so it refers to society. In excerpt 2, the author uses the reflexive pronoun "myself" so it refers to a particular goal.