Question

read the sentence.

todd held the firefighters hand and gave her a heartfelt thanks for her work in the community.

now, revise the sentence to show that todd held the firefighters hand purposefully and affectionately.

todd ______ the firefighters hand and gave her a heartfelt thanks for her work in the community.

clasped clenched gripped

Explanation:

To show purposeful and affectionate holding, we analyze the options: "clenched" implies a tight, possibly tense hold (not affectionate). "gripped" can be forceful. "clasped" means to hold with a purposeful, gentle, and affectionate manner, fitting the context of thanking the firefighter.

Answer:

A. clasped