In the sentence below, there is one underlined word and one gap.From the list of...
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WAEC 2014
In the sentence below, there is one underlined word and one gap.From the list of words lettered A to D, choose the one that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word and that will at the same time correctly fill the gap in the sentence.
Parents shouldpersuade their children to do chores, not .......... them.
- A. implore
- B. coerce
- C. enjoin
- D. cajole
Correct Answer: B. coerce
Explanation
coerce; persuade (an unwilling person) to do something by using force or threats.
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