Question

language development: word study
identify the choice that best answers the question.
the word plight originates in the old english word pliht, meaning \danger, risk, peril, or damage.\ based on this information, choose the sentence that uses plight correctly.
a. the plight of having my wisdom teeth out is that i get to eat ice cream.
b. the family had a party to celebrate their exciting plight with friends.
c. she was concerned about the plight of the refugee children she saw on the news.
d. my best friend and i were in a plight over who would put the last piece in the jigsaw puzzle.

Explanation:

The word "plight" means a dangerous, risky, or difficult situation. In option C, the plight of refugee children represents a difficult and peril - ous situation for them, which is the correct usage of the word. In option A, having wisdom teeth out is not a "plight" in the traditional sense. In option B, a party to celebrate is a positive event and not a "plight". In option D, a situation over a jigsaw puzzle piece is a minor issue and not a "plight".

Answer:

C. She was concerned about the plight of the refugee children she saw on the news.