The best meaning for the word "muffled" as used in the context of paragraph one is a) wrapped up especially for protection or secrecy. b) to wrap with something to deaden or prevent sound. eliminate c) to wrap or envelop in a cloak or scarf to keep the face and neck warm. d) a kiln or part of a kiln in which pottery can be fired without being exposed to direct flame.

Read the excerpt from martin luther king jr.’s “i have a dream” speech. the negro is still languishing in the corners of american society and finds himself an exile in his own land. and so we’ve come here today to dramatize a shameful condition. the emotional connotation of the underlined word king express his a. indecision. b. hopefulness. c. spirituality. d. outrage.