'Metal' and 'Mettle'
Directions: In the following questions a pair of similar sounding words is provided. You are required to select the options that <strong>MOST APPROPRIATELY</strong> describes the meaning of both the words and mark your response in the Answer Sheet accordingly.
- A. 'Metal' is a hard shiny material that is a good conductor, and 'mettle' means malleable metal.
- B. 'Metal' is a hard shiny material that is a good conductor, and 'mettle' means metallic substance.
- C. 'Metal' means mental resilience, and 'mettle' is a hard shiny material that is a good conductor.
- D. 'Metal' is a hard shiny material that is a good conductor, and 'mettle' means mental resilience. ✓
Correct Answer: D. 'Metal' is a hard shiny material that is a good conductor, and 'mettle' means mental resilience.
Explanation
'Metal' refers to the solid material that conducts heat and electricity, while 'mettle' means a person's ability to cope well with difficulties or mental resilience.
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