Use the context clues in the sentence to answer the question.

Question

Use the context clues in the sentence to answer the question.

The aroma of oregano, garlic, and sun-dried tomatoes simmering filled the apartment as Carolyn prepared dinner for her friends.

In the sentence, the word aroma means ______.

(1 point)
Responses

food
food

smell
smell

spices
spices

cooking

Answer 1

In the sentence, the word aroma means smell.

Answer 2

To find the answer to this question, we can use context clues in the sentence. The term "aroma" is mentioned alongside specific ingredients such as oregano, garlic, and sun-dried tomatoes, which implies that it refers to the smell or fragrance coming from these ingredients. Therefore, the correct answer is "smell."