Question

What is the best definition for the underlined word based on the following sentence?

"Douglass' decision to strike back against Master Covey, though seemingly just, was imprudent, and could have resulted in his immediate death." 

       A. Unwise   B. Needed   C. Justified   D. Selfish

Answer 1

What is the is underlined words?

Answer 2

Answer:

A. Unwise

Explanation:

The word "imprudent" refers to something that is rash, that lacks discretion, or that is not well-thought-out. In this case, the author tells us that the act of striking back was "imprudent," and that it could have had bad consequences, such as Douglass' immediate death. Therefore, the word that best matches "imprudent" in meaning is "unwise."