Multiple choice

Directions: Pick out the synonym.

BATON

  1. cargo-carrying boat

  2. cane

  3. stick used in conducting an orchestra

  4. pennant
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C Correct answer
Explanation

A baton is specifically a short stick or wand used by a conductor to direct an orchestra or musical performance. The term comes from the French 'bâton' meaning stick. While baton can refer to a police officer's club or a relay race baton, in the context of musical terminology, it means the conductor's stick. A 'boat' is unrelated, and 'cane' or 'pennant' are not the primary meanings.

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