Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the most appropriate word from the given options to fill in the blank.

His jokes failed to ________ even the faintest of smiles from her.

  1. invoke

  2. elicit

  3. attract

  4. make
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The verb 'elicit' means to draw out or bring forth a response, reaction, or emotion from someone. It is specifically used with responses, smiles, information, or feelings - which is exactly what the sentence structure requires. 'Invoke' means to call upon, 'attract' is too general, and 'make' is grammatically incorrect.

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