Final answer:
The correct usage of 'menace' is in sentence 3, indicating a person who is a threat to society. The term 'menace' conveys the idea of harm or danger, making it inappropriate for the other contexts presented in the options.
Step-by-step explanation:
The sentence that uses the word 'menace' correctly is:
3. Hearing the defendant's crimes in the courtroom made us realize he was a menace to society.
The word 'menace' means a person or thing that is likely to cause harm; a threat or danger. Therefore, the correct context for 'menace' in the given options is its use to describe someone who presents a threat to societal well-being, which is option 3. The other sentences misuse the term because they describe positive situations or neutral actions (such as presenting medical history) where the term 'menace' would be inappropriate as it implies harm or danger.
Review Questions
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