Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the correct synonym for the underlined word.

As a penance, she said she would buy them all a box of chocolates.

  1. sluggish

  2. act showing regret

  3. austerity

  4. manger

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Penance is an act of self-punishment or devotion done to show regret for sin or wrongdoing. 'Act showing regret' perfectly captures this meaning. Sluggish means lazy, austerity means strict simplicity, and manger means a feeding trough.