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Question 13 • Honors English III

Use the following definitions to answer the question. compliment: 1. (noun) an expression of admiration or praise 2. (verb) to praise somebody complement: 1. (noun) something that completes, makes up a whole 2. (verb) to complete something Read the sentence. The bronze statue was a lovely __________ to her collection. Which word correctly completes the sentence?

Answer
A
complement (verb)
B
compliment (verb)
C
complement (noun)
D
compliment (noun)

Explanation

The sentence describes the statue as something added to the collection, so it uses a noun. “Complement” means something that completes or makes up a whole, which fits the statue’s role in the collection. “Compliment” means praise, so it does not fit here.

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