What does the term 'scraggy' most closely mean in the context of the poem?

Smooth

Thick

Rough

Healthy

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Answer

C. Rough

Solution:

'Scraggy' refers to something that is rough or uneven. In the poem, it describes the appearance of the tree roots, indicating they may be thin or unhealthy. The other options do not fit this description.

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