When Sally and her sister came out of the matinee they had a hard time seeing because the sun seemed brighter than before they went into the movie theater. It will take a couple of minutes for their eyes to _______ to the incoming light.
A) sensitize
B) habituate
C) adapt
D) respond

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The word "adapt" means to adjust to new conditions, which in this case refers to their eyes adjusting to the increased brightness of the sun. Sensitize, habituate, and respond do not fit the context as well as adapt does.

When Sally and Her Sister Came Out of the Matinee