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Which sentence uses the connotation of the word riot?
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A. In 1863, a riot erupted in opposition to a draft for the ongoing Civil
War.
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B. Silent protests are almost always more effective than riots.
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C. If a guilty verdict is returned, the threat of a riot is very real.
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D. When Len and Kee start telling jokes, it is an absolute riot.

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theona

Hi !!

CORRECT ANSWER = A

A- In 1863,a riot erupted in opposition to a draft for the ongoing Civil War.

(It referred to the New York City  draft riot in 1863)

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vaduz

Answer:

A. In 1863, a riot erupted in opposition to a draft for the ongoing Civil

War.

Explanation:

The word "riot" in itself means a violent outburst by a group of people who wants to shows their dissension and dissatisfaction by actions of violence and mutiny, disturbing the peace and quiet of the atmosphere. So, for the right connotation of the word "riot" among the four given sentences, the right answer will be

A. In 1863, a riot erupted in opposition to a draft for the ongoing Civil

War.

Here, 'riot' is followed by the word "erupted", correctly signifying the disturbance and outburst of the people.

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