Choosing the word or phrase from A to E which has the same meaning as the underlined word or words in each sentence:

While the mother and father were arguing furiously their small-boy sat patiently taking in everything they said

  • A absorbing
  • B accommodating
  • C embracing
  • D accepting
  • E noting

The correct answer is A. absorbing

The phrase "taking in" in this context means to absorb or understand everything they said.

It implies the boy was paying close attention and comprehending the arguments between his parents.

The option that has the same meaning as "taking in" in this context is absorbing

Note: Noting would have been correct it was "taking down" instead of 'taking in"

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