What is the correct meaning of the word “assumed” based on its usage in the excerpt? believe in
given up
taken on
left alone

I think it's meaning is taken on

The answer is C. Taken on

in the quotation from passage, connie willis states that literature is a way for authors from the past to communicate with readers of today. we can read their stories, books, and other texts to learn lessons about life. willis refers to these lessons as messages “from beyond the grave.” willis has a favorable viewpoint about the timelessness of literature.

where are the options? i can try to if you add them : )