The underlined word “assemble” in the second paragraph probably means ______.
A、to bring a group of people together in one place for a particular purpose
B、to make a public or official statement, especially about a plan, decision
C、to produce many copies of a book, magazine, or newspaper
D、not to take part in an event or not to buy or use something as a protest
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词义题。从文章的第二段第二句话“In 1848 the leaders of this movement (some of whom were antislavery activities as well) assembled the first Women’s Rights Convention，demanding equality. ”可知，由于美国的妇女没有多少权利可言，她们准备发动运动来请愿。这里的assemble的意思就是“为了一定的目的而聚集在一起”。所以本题的正确答案为A。
