Multiple choice

Directions: In the question below, a related pair of words is followed by four pairs of words. Choose the pair that best expresses a relationship similar to that expressed in the original pair.

Pry: Inquiry

  1. Importune : Implore

  2. Thwart : Obstacle

  3. Upbraid : Tacit

  4. Disconcert : Overture

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Explanation

(Undesirable form) Pry means to make an inquiry in an annoying manner. Similarly, importune means to beg (implore) or request in an annoying manner.

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