Question
15. Determined to win the spelling bee, Hirst made a commitment to memorize ten new words each day. Which choice most effectively emphasizes that Hirst was determined? A. NO CHANGE B. felt he ought to C. thought he should D. hoped to
Solution
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Answer
The answer is **A. NO CHANGE**.The original phrasing, "made a commitment to," already effectively conveys Hirst's determination. The other options weaken this sense of purpose. "Felt he ought to" and "thought he should" imply a sense of obligation or suggestion, rather than a firm decision. "Hoped to" suggests a desire without necessarily conveying the strong will implied by "made a commitment."