Question

Excerpt from: The Catching of Unshelled Fish

Olive Green (Myrtle Reed)

An unshelled fish is lively and elusive past the power of words to portray, and in this, undoubtedly, lies its desirability.

Which is the correct meaning for elusive as it is used in this sentence?
A)
nonsensical
B)
unable to be seen
C)
to make beautiful, as by ornamentation
D)
tending to escape capture or comprehension

Answer 1

D) tending to escape capture or comprehension

Step-by-step explanation:

The adjective elusive refers to something that is difficult to find or catch. Therefore, the excerpt from "The Catching of Unshelled Fish" suggests that the fish moves so energetically that is it troublesome to apprehend it, which makes it more fascinating.

Answer 2

D)
tending to escape capture or comprehension