The chess master promised to _ havoc upon his opponent's pawn for taking his bishop.
Correct answer: E. Wreak
- A. Endow
- B. Placate
- C. Ensue
- D. Warrant
- E. Wreak
Explanation
Wreak will be the best word here as it refers to causing a large amount of damage or harm. Endow means to give something to an individual. Placate means to make someone less angry or hostile. Ensue means something to happen or occur afterwards or as a result. Warrants refers to a justification as to why a specific task was done.
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