Multiple choice

Directions: Fill in the blank with the appropriate word given in the options.

A/An _______ reply turns away wrath.

  1. happy

  2. soft

  3. sad

  4. industrious
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B Correct answer
Explanation

This is based on the proverb "A soft answer turns away wrath" (Bible, Proverbs 15:1), meaning responding gently to anger de-escalates conflict. "Soft" here means gentle, mild, or conciliatory in speech or manner. "Happy" doesn't make sense - a happy response isn't specifically calming. "Sad" and "industrious" are irrelevant to the context of managing anger or conflict.

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