What is the best definition for the underlined word based on the following sentence? "douglass being captured after his first attempt at escaping was a calamity, and made him much more cautious before his second attempt."

How does cooperative federalism work in the united states? a. state and federal governments have different and overlapping responsibilities b. branches of the federal government can check one another's power. c. when amending the constitution, citizens vote directly. d. bills passing the house of representatives must also pass the senate.