Multiple choice

Directions: Against each key word are given five suggested meanings. Choose the word or phrase which is the same in meaning to the key word.

Bane

  1. destruction

  2. insignificance

  3. fortify

  4. strengthen

  5. dilute
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Explanation

Bane refers to a cause of great distress, annoyance, or harm - something that can ruin or destroy. 'Destruction' captures the destructive consequence that a bane brings.

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