Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word or phrase from the given options which is most similar in meaning to the key word.

Skittish

  1. bold

  2. arrogant

  3. nervous

  4. angry
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C Correct answer
Explanation

'Skittish' correctly matches 'nervous'. A skittish person or animal is easily frightened, excitable, or jumpy, similar to how a horse might spook suddenly. 'Bold' (A) is the opposite, while 'arrogant' (B) and 'angry' (D) are unrelated emotional states.

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