Choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence.

Amina is fond of making derogatory remarks about her brother.

A. inconsiderate

B. discreet

C. unnecessary

D. belittling

His jail terms are to run concurrently.

A. consistently

B. alternately

C. simultaneously

D. consecutively

Here's a man who comes from a background of entertainment,

A. an experience

B. a place

C. a culture

D. a mood

She has always been grateful that you saved her from kidnappers.

A. content

B. comforted

C. happy

D. thankful

The whole place was in turmoil when we got there.

A. confusion

B. disturbance

C. mourning

D. agitation

Charles' concern for Anna is affected.

A. insincere

B. incorrect

C. weak

D. unfair

Corporal punishment is meant to be a deterrent to indiscipline.

A. remedy

B. measure

C. discouragement

D. prevention

The new bank is fast becoming insolvent.

A. inactive

B. ineffective

C. bankrupt

D. lax

He did all he could to defend his master.

A. fortify

B. secure

C. protect

D. cover

I hope the Principal would be gracious enough to forgive us.

A. cordial

B. polite

C. merciful

D. gentle