The meaning of the bolded vocabulary word in the first passage, exhorted, means urge. Option c is correct.
The meaning of the bolded vocabulary word in the second passage, fervid, means enthusiastic. Option D is correct.
Urge means trying earnestly or persistently to persuade (someone) to do something.
The verb exhort can be defined as strongly encourage or urge (someone) to do something.
Fervid means intensely enthusiastic or passionate, especially to an excessive degree. It is an adjective.
The adjective enthusiastic can be defined as having or showing intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval.
