Question

When the teacher gave out the exam, he told the students not to tear the seal and begin until he had read them the instructions.

What is the meaning of the word tear in the sentence above?
A.
to run fast
B.
to be sad
C.
to cry
D.
to open

Answer 1

D, to tear. The word tear is used in the phrase “tear the seal” meaning not to open.

Answer 2

D. to open

Step-by-step explanation:

In this sentence, the exam is in a folder or something with a seal which keeps the opening on the folder closed so the students can not look inside to take the exam out directly.

To tear the seal, means to open the seal so that they can start the exam.