MTYA High School Reading Practice Questions - Maine Through Year Assessment Reading - Second Year High School Exam

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Read the passage: 'The wind howled through the dilapidated gables, sounding like the persistent lamentation of a grieving specter.' As used in the sentence, what does the word 'dilapidated' most precisely convey about the setting?

The building is in a state of extreme disrepair and neglect. The architecture features intricate, ornate historical carvings. The structure is newly built but structurally unstable. The house is fortified against severe weather conditions.

Correct Answer:

The building is in a state of extreme disrepair and neglect.

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