Question

determine word meanings using context clues 2 - quiz - level d make one. \maybe klay will make one for me,\ he thought. but seans brother didnt like making elaborate drinks. he liked simple snacks instead, like crackers. what does \influence\ mean in this passage? \how can i influence klay to make me a smoothie?\ sean thought. \the only way i can get him to do something is if it has to do with sports!\ suddenly sean had an idea. to have an effect on someone to feel a need for something to think of a clever plan to teach an important lesson

Explanation:

In the passage, Sean wants to find a way to get Klay to make him a smoothie. He is trying to have an impact on Klay's actions. The word "influence" here means to have an effect on someone.

Answer:

to have an effect on someone