Select the option that best explain the information conveyed in the sentence.

The politician was pilloried by the press for his inflammatory remarks?

 

  • A The politician was snubbed by the press for his remarks
  • B The politician was criticized by the press for his remarks
  • C The politician was closely questioned by the press for his remarks
  • D The politician was ridiculed by the press for his remarks
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The correct answer is D. The politician was ridiculed by the press for his remarks

To transcribe the statement above, we first need to know the meaning of the various words used;

pilloried means to be attacked or ridiculed publicly. 

inflammatory (relating to speech or writing) arousing or intended to arouse angry or violent feelings. example "inflammatory remarks"

synonyms: provocative · provoking · inflaming  · inciting · agitating ·

option D best translate the statement.

 

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