Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word or phrase closest in meaning to the word in bold letters.

Aback

  1. To be shocked

  2. Be hocked

  3. Very shocked

  4. None of these
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The adverb 'aback' means shocked, startled, or surprised. It's most commonly used in the phrase 'taken aback,' but the core meaning is being shocked. 'To be shocked' is the correct synonym.

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