In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word underlined:

The principal advised the boy to come to grip with himself if he wanted to do well at the end of his course.

  • A criticizied himself
  • B master his difficulties
  • C learn to be obedient
  • D behave himself
  • E fight with himself

The correct answer is B. master his difficulties

The phrase "come to grip with himself" means to face one's problems and deal with them, to take control of one's emotions and actions, and find a way to overcome difficulties.

In the given sentence, the principal advised the boy to do this if he wanted to do well at the end of his course .

The option nearest in meaning to "come to grip with himself" is "master his difficulties."

This option means to overcome one's problems and challenges, which aligns with the idea of facing one's problems and taking control of one's actions

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