Question

based on the context clue in the sentence below, what does impertinence mean? acting with impertinence wont earn friendship as humility and gentleness will.
sweetness
disrespect
calmness

Explanation:

The sentence contrasts "acting with impertinence" with "humility and gentleness" which earn friendship. Since humility and gentleness are positive traits, impertinence is likely a negative trait. Among the options, disrespect is a negative - sounding trait.

Answer:

B. disrespect