369. As used in the passage, the underlined word exude most nearly
means
a. give off.
b. naked
c. smell bad.
d. leave the area.

C

Explanation:

exude means to discharge or give off a smell usually bad.

the answer is "began" because it is a action that can be done

the symbol of the grandfather's heritage in this excerpt from "the medicine bag,” is the beaded bolo tie.

a bolo tie is a cord fastened around the neck with an ornamental clasp which is worn as a necktie. they have been used by native american tribes such as hopi, navajo, zuni, and puebloans since the mid-20th century.

therefore, the fact that the grandfather is wearing a bolo tie refers to his heritage as native american.