read the dictionary entry and answer the question that follows:
be·tray v.\be-'tra\
1. to lead astray
2. to give to an enemy by treachery
middle english, from be- + trayen (to betray)
marqus wants to determine which of the two definitions from the entry above is correct in context. what should he do?
a. match the origin of the word to the author's nationality
b. verify that he is pronouncing the word accurately
c. determine which part of speech is used in the text
d. insert each meaning into the original passage
i don't know if its c or

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