Which of the following terms is used to describe the environment, background, or special circumstances in terms of which a given work is best understood?

a. context

b. empathy

c. public domain

d. timeliness

The correct answer is option 'a': Context

Explanation:

We know that our actions are dictated by the necessities that are in place that dictate any action that we have to take. Thus we can say that our actions should be understood in the "context" of larger things that serve as a background for our actions.

A context serves as a metric by which we can evaluate and understand all the actions or statements that we have or that take their place in a society.