Question

which phrase best helps the reader understand the meaning of the word dupe in the sentence? matthew realized that kara was trying to dupe him. he was angry and wished she had been honest with him. matthew realized had been honest was trying to he was angry

Explanation:

The context shows Matthew's reaction to Kara's attempt to deceive him. The word "dupe" means to deceive or trick. The phrase "had been honest" contrasts with the act of trying to dupe, helping to clarify that dupe means to not - be honest, i.e., deceive.

Answer:

had been honest