In “The Rocking-Horse Winner,” Paul's ability to predict winning horses is ____.
A. discreet
B. brazening
C. uncanny
D. remonstrated
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To determine the answer to this question, we need to understand the story "The Rocking-Horse Winner" and the context in which Paul's ability to predict winning horses is described.
First, we need to eliminate the answer choices that do not fit the description of Paul's ability.
A. "Discreet" means being careful or cautious in one's speech or actions. This does not accurately describe Paul's ability to predict winning horses, so we can eliminate this option.
B. "Brazening" means acting boldly or shamelessly. Again, this does not accurately describe Paul's ability, so we can eliminate this option.
D. "Remonstrated" means to protest or argue against something. This does not describe Paul's ability to predict winning horses, so we can eliminate this option as well.
The remaining answer choice is:
C. "Uncanny" means strange or mysterious, almost beyond explanation. In the story, Paul's ability to predict winning horses is described as being uncanny. He is able to accurately predict the results, seemingly without any logical or rational explanation.
Therefore, the correct answer is C. "Uncanny."