Question

    Directions (8-12): In the following question, a sentence with one word highlighted followed by five options suggesting its meaning have been given. Choose the option that correctly indicates the meaning of the highlighted word.

    Despite her initial trepidation , she decided to take

    the risk and start her own business.
    A confidence Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B anxiety Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C caution Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D hesitation Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E enthusiasm Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The word "trepidation" means fear or anxiety about something that may happen, so the correct answer is "anxiety." The other options do not match the meaning of the word in the given sentence.

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