Question

Which is the most precise choice to replace thr bolded word? Deon worked alk day building his sand castle, yet I was conscious that the tide would rise and wash away his HARD work

Relaxing
Careful
Specific
Consuming

Answer 1

Assuming that the bolded word is the one in all caps, then the answer would be D. "Consuming."

An activity that is consuming usually is difficult and takes a long time. Therefore it would be an appropriate replacement for the word "hard."

Answer 2

The most precise word to replace 'hard' is D. consuming

Consuming describes something that takes up all of someone's attention. By saying "Deon worked all day," readers may insinuate that working on his sand castle took up all of his attention, and he was completely absorbed into his work.

Hope this helps! :)