The word 'Petulantly' in the context of paragraph 10 would stand for:
A).. Showing sudden irritation
- The literal meaning of the word 'petulantly' which is an adjective signifies that 'in an irritable or annoying manner.'
- ln the context of the text "The Necklace," paragraph 10 employs the word 'petulantly' to denote the immediate irritation or displeasure caused to her after wearing the necklace.
- This rules out the possibility of other answers being correct as they do not fit in the context of the paragraph.
Thus, option A is the correct answer.
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