Question

What is the correct use of the

word genial?

A. David's boss, due to his critical, genial
way, had the reputation of being mean and
uncaring.

B. The manager at the coffee shop was
surprisingly genial and gave Maranda a free
muffin.

C. The miserly old man had become genial
and angry at everyone -- a truly unhappy
soul.

Answer 1

B. The manager at the coffee shop was surprisingly genial and gave Maranda a free muffin.

Step-by-step explanation:

B. mentions that the manager gave Maranda a free muffin; A. and B. say things about being angry and uncaring. Genial means to be friendly; the antonym of genial is unfriendly. A. and B. stated David's boss and the old man were unfriendly and uncaring. The manager at the coffee shop was being friendly by giving Maranda a free muffin.