THE WORD “YOKE" IN PARAGRAPH 1 IS CLOSEST IN MEANING TO ______...

40. The word “yoke" in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to ___________.

A. a long piece of wood that is fastened across the necks to pull heavy loads

B. a wooden bar that is connected to the vehicles or loads so that they can be pulled away

C. something that connects two things or people, usually in a way that limits freedom

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