1. Which phrase from the book excerpt best helps a reader understand the meaning of the term
"startle response"?

A "the fetal heart rate became slightly elevated"

B "the baby's heart rate lowers while the mother is listening"

С "the mother finds a certain piece of music stressful”

D "the fetus is echoing the mother's response"


2. What is the best meaning for the word “ attenuated” as it is used in the paragraph

A - tainted

B - blended

C - weakened

D - shortened

Please help hurry