Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the correct synonym for the underlined word.

He was in an overwrought condition for weeks after the accident.

  1. overwhelm

  2. shocked

  3. anxious

  4. decked
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Overwrought means in a state of excessive nervous excitement, agitation, or emotional stress. 'Anxious' captures this sense of being emotionally worked up. Overwhelm is a verb, not an adjective, shocked is a reaction to a specific event, and decked means decorated - none fit overwrought's meaning of being in an agitated state.

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