Multiple choice

Directions: Which of the following is most similar in meaning to the word given in bold as used in the passage?

breaks

  1. interrupts

  2. separates

  3. solves

  4. defeats

  5. escapes
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The word 'breaks' in the passage means to interrupt or disrupt the continuity of something. 'Interrupts' is the correct synonym because it captures this meaning of causing something to stop or pause temporarily.

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