Question

Read the quote below and check off any logical synonyms of the vocabulary word mollified in this context: "Mollified, Mayella gave Atticus a final terrified glance and said to Mr. Gilmer, 'Well sir, I was on the porch and . . . '"

(a) Appeased
(b) Pacified
(c) Soothed
(d) Placated
(e) All of the above

Answer 1

All the options (a) Appeased, (b) Pacified, (c) Soothed, and (d) Placated are logical synonyms for 'mollified' in the given context, as they all imply a reduction in negative emotions. Therefore, the answer is (e) All of the above.

Step-by-step explanation:

The context with which 'mollified' is used implies that Mayella felt lessened in her anger or anxiety due to Atticus's influence or possibly the progression of the situation. Looking at the synonyms provided: (a) Appeased, (b) Pacified, (c) Soothed, and (d) Placated, all these words carry the connotation of reducing someone's negative emotions, which makes them logical synonyms of 'mollified' in this context. Therefore, the answer is (e) All of the above.