In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word underlined:
The principal advised the boy to come to grips with himself if he wanted to do well at the end of his course.
- criticizied himself
-
master his difficulties
- learn to be obedient
- behave himself
- fight with himself
The correct answer is: B
Explanation
The phrase "come to grip with himself" suggests that the principal is advising the boy to confront and overcome his own challenges or difficulties in order to do well in his course. Therefore, "master his difficulties" best captures the intended meaning.