The veterinarian told us that the kitten's original owners were _ and did not give her adequate food, water, or shelter.
Correct answer: B. Remiss
- A. Scurrilous
- B. Remiss
- C. Prudent
- D. Sheer
- E. Doting
Explanation
The sentence should read: "The veterinarian told us that the kitten's original owners were remiss and did not give her adequate food, water, or shelter."Here's why:- "Remiss" means negligent or careless in one's duties or responsibilities, which fits with the description of the owners' failure to provide adequate care.- The sentence implies that the owners were irresponsible and failed to meet the kitten's basic needs.
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