Question

A student is revising a paper containing the following passage:

My mother was distraught that I'd be traveling overseas and doing so many things I'd never done before.


The student wants to replace distraught with an antonym to show that his mother is no longer fearful about his travel plans. Which of the following offers the best option?

Agitated: excited or troubled in the mind

Alarmed: feeling sudden fear of immediate danger

Collected: having a sense of calm

Untroubled: not worried or concerned

Answer 1

@hihi67

Answer 2

What do you think?

Answer 3

@erhaerha What do you think the answer is? :)

Answer 4

Hm

Answer 5

Which 2 is it for sure NOT?

Answer 6

A and B

Answer 7

Great!

Answer 8

Now think about the opposites of the last two, which one matches the meaning of distraught better?

Answer 9

D

Answer 10

Yes, that's what I think too!

Answer 11

k Thanks

Answer 12

No problem, if you ever need help again, just tag me, and I'll try to come and help! :D