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    Question

    Directions: These questions have a base word that is

    used in the statements given below. Choose the option in which the usage of the word is appropriate. Whisper I. The wind carried the whisper of leaves rustling in the trees, creating a soothing melody. II. She leaned in to hear his whispered words, as they shared a secret that no one else knew. II. The roar of the engine drowned out her soft whisper, making communication nearly impossible.
    A Only II Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Only I Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Only II & III Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Only III Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E All of the above Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Whisper (verb): speak very softly using one's breath without one's vocal cords, especially for the sake of privacy Statement I uses the word correctly in the context of wind carrying the soft sound of leaves rustling. Statement II uses the word appropriately to describe speaking softly to share a secret. Statement III uses the word correctly to describe soft communication that is drowned out by the sound of an engine. Hence, Option E is the correct answer.

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