Read the quote from Nina Simone and the first part of an analysis of the quote. Answer the question that follows.

"I have to constantly re-identify myself to myself, reactivate my own standards, my own convictions about what I'm doing and why."

The quote illustrates how even to someone who is a dedicated activist, she must (blank) her standards and convictions from time to time.

Select the best word that fits the tone, flow, and concept of the excerpt.

a
awaken

b
exhilarate

c
refresh

d
wake up