Question

Use the scenario to answer the question.

Before the class takes the test, Jerrod brags that he studied more than his classmates and will get the highest score. Tiffani thinks Jerrod is acting cocky.

Which of the following adjectives could replace cocky so that the sentence has a positive connotation?
A. arrogant

B. conceited

C. smug

D. confident

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Confident

Explanation:

Being arrogant conceited and smug are all pretty much the same it is having pride and showing off. Confident is the only positive one because it isn't being over the top with pride it is trusting yourself you can do it and being optimistic.