Choose the word nearest in meaning to the word in capitals: The thief was very CUNNING.
Afoolish
BcraftyCORRECT
Chonest
Dlazy
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Why the answer is B, and why the others tempt you.
A cunning person is clever at tricking others; crafty has the same meaning.
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