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.

Balk

  1. perplex

  2. shirk

  3. be ready

  4. willingness

  5. confuse
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B Correct answer
Explanation

To balk means to obstinately refuse to proceed or to avoid an obligation. 'Shirk' captures the sense of evading or avoiding what one should do, making it the closest match among the options.

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