Engish STAAR ( State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness) Practice Test

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The term "nostalgic" is most closely associated with which of the following feelings?

  1. Excitement for new experiences

  2. Hope for the future

  3. Yearning for times gone by

  4. Contentment in the present

The correct answer is: Yearning for times gone by

The term "nostalgic" primarily evokes a sense of yearning for times gone by. This feeling often involves a sentimental reflection on the past, where individuals may reminisce about previous experiences, relationships, or moments that hold personal significance. Nostalgia can be triggered by various stimuli, such as music, photographs, or even smells that bring back memories of happier or simpler times. While other feelings like excitement, hope, or contentment focus on different aspects of time—be it the present or future—nostalgia specifically centers on an emotional connection to what has already occurred. This makes the association with yearning for the past not only fitting but central to the concept of nostalgia itself.

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