Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word or phrase that is similar in meaning to the given word.

To reduce to small hostile countries

  1. ballad

  2. balkanize

  3. ballet

  4. balm

  5. bamboo
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Balkanize means to divide a region or country into smaller, often hostile units. The term comes from the Balkan Peninsula's political fragmentation. The other options don't match: 'ballad' is a poem, 'ballet' is dance, 'balm' is soothing substance, and 'bamboo' is a plant.

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