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refer to explorations in literature for a complete version of the text.

read this excerpt from "a letter from birmingham jail" by martin luther king jr.:

i hope you are able to see the distinction i am trying to point out. in no sense do i advocate evading or defying the law, as would the rabid segregationist.

which statement best describes the connotative meaning of the word rabid?

a)it has a positive connotation, suggesting a genuine depth of feeling.

b)it has a negative connotation, suggesting a dangerous fanaticism.

c)it has a negative connotation, suggesting a severe lack of intelligence.

d)it has a positive connotation, suggesting a level of grudging respect.