Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 90%
Entry Exam
In which sentence is the underlined word used correctly?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The word "accept" in sentence B is used correctly as it means to acknowledge or receive something. In this context, it makes sense that the general is acknowledging defeat.
Incorrect Choices:
A: Choice A should use "accept" instead of "except" which means to exclude.
C: Choice C should also use "accept" instead of "except" for receiving payment.
D: Choice D should use "except" to indicate excluding the kitchen from remodeling, not "accept."
Summary: The correct use of "accept" is demonstrated in sentence B, where it aligns with the context of acknowledging defeat. Choices A, C, and D incorrectly use "except" or "accept" in contexts where the intended meaning requires the other word.
Rationale: The word "accept" in sentence B is used correctly as it means to acknowledge or receive something. In this context, it makes sense that the general is acknowledging defeat.
Incorrect Choices:
A: Choice A should use "accept" instead of "except" which means to exclude.
C: Choice C should also use "accept" instead of "except" for receiving payment.
D: Choice D should use "except" to indicate excluding the kitchen from remodeling, not "accept."
Summary: The correct use of "accept" is demonstrated in sentence B, where it aligns with the context of acknowledging defeat. Choices A, C, and D incorrectly use "except" or "accept" in contexts where the intended meaning requires the other word.