Question

instructions
for each item, drag and drop the sentence that explains how the two meanings are similar. then explain how the meanings are different.
how are the meanings similar? options (5 of 5 )
both meanings relate to the idea of carrying something. both meanings relate to the idea of being determined.
both meanings relate to the idea of directing attention to something. both sentences relate to the idea of time.
both meanings relate to the idea of keeping something secret.
sentences\thow are the meanings similar?\thow are the meanings different?
the nobel prize winner will give an address
at the convention on the subject of the
genetic engineering of food. the doctor
advised that if owen didnt address the
problem now and change his diet, his health
would only get worse.\t\t
when he responded to the question, he
chose his words carefully in order to convey
the message exactly and not leave any room
for doubt. the transport plane will convey
the troops to their new location.\t\t
although the family knew it could have dire
consequences for them, they decided to
harbor the family escaping from the nazi
persecution. although most experts think the
grecian vase is authentic, a few still harbor
the suspicion that it is a fake.\t\t
she tried to undermine her opponents
confidence and resolution by spreading
rumors and innuendos. on new years day,
alana made a resolution to run three times a
week in order to get in better shape.\t\t
the term of the warrantee was for three
years, so they didnt have to pay for repairs
when the washing machine broke down.
morgan couldnt sign up for it now, because
the course in robotics was not offered until
the spring term.\t\t

Explanation:

First Sentence Pair (address)

For the first pair with "address", the first "address" is giving a speech (directing attention to a topic), the second is dealing with a problem (directing attention to solving it). So the similar option is "Both meanings relate to the idea of directing attention to something." The difference: In the first sentence, "address" means to give a speech on a subject; in the second, it means to deal with or tackle a problem.

For "convey", the first is communicating a message (carrying information), the second is transporting troops (carrying people). So the similar option is "Both meanings relate to the idea of carrying something." The difference: In the first sentence, "convey" means to communicate or pass on a message; in the second, it means to transport or move people/things from one place to another.

For "harbor", the first is sheltering a family (keeping them safe/secret), the second is having a suspicion (keeping a thought). So the similar option is "Both meanings relate to the idea of keeping something secret (or holding something)". The difference: In the first sentence, "harbor" means to provide shelter or refuge (for people); in the second, it means to hold or have a feeling/thought (like suspicion) in one's mind.

Answer:

(Similar):
Both meanings relate to the idea of directing attention to something.