Question

which of the following words means to have something bad happen to someone?
assert
characteristic
burgeon
befall
which of the following words means a feature typical of a particular person?
assert
characteristic
burgeon
befall

Explanation:

First Question:

• "Assert" means to state or declare firmly.
• "Characteristic" refers to a distinguishing feature or quality.
• "Burgeon" means to grow or develop rapidly.
• "Befall" means to happen to (someone), especially something bad. So it matches the definition "to have something bad happen to someone".

• "Assert" is about stating firmly, not a feature.
• "Characteristic" is defined as a feature typical of a particular person, thing, or group.
• "Burgeon" is about growth, not a feature.
• "Befall" is about something happening, not a feature. So "Characteristic" matches the definition.

Answer:

D. Befall

Second Question: