Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the correct word to fill up the blanks from the alternatives.

In the court, the plaintiff must prove that his ____________ was harmed by the defamatory statement.

  1. influence

  2. notoriety

  3. acceptability

  4. reputation

  5. .

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

This is the correct option. ‘Reputation’ implies overall quality or character as seen or judged by people in general. It is generally accepted that dfamatory statements harm reputations. Thus, this is the correct answer.