Question

use the dictionary entry for charisma to answer the question.
charisma
cha•ris•ma kuh-riz-muh adj
from greek charis

1. a magnetic charm that appeals to people

in which sentences is the word charisma used correctly? select three answers.
□ most people seemed to respond to the candidate’s charisma rather than to his political agenda.
□ benjamin was overwhelmed by his co-worker’s charisma, and he promised to repay him as soon as possible.
□ alyssa’s acting talent was not great, but she hoped her charisma would secure her a role in the play.
□ though farhan could be charming, he knew that he could not rely on his charisma to get the job.
□ julio used his charisma to haul the leaky boat and its soggy passengers out of the water.

Explanation:

To determine correct usage, we use the definition of "charisma" as "a magnetic charm that appeals to people":

1. "Most people seemed to respond to the candidate’s charisma..." – Charisma (appealing charm) makes people respond, correct.
2. "Benjamin was overwhelmed by his co - worker’s charisma..." – Charisma is about appeal, not related to repaying, incorrect.
3. "Alyssa’s acting talent... but she hoped her charisma..." – Charisma (appealing charm) could help get a role, correct.
4. "Though Farhan could be charming, he knew that he could not rely on his charisma..." – Charisma (appealing charm) in job - getting context, correct.
5. "Julio used his charisma to haul..." – Charisma is not a physical force for hauling, incorrect.

Answer:

A. Most people seemed to respond to the candidate’s charisma rather than to his political agenda.
C. Alyssa's acting talent was not great, but she hoped her charisma would secure her a role in the play.
D. Though Farhan could be charming, he knew that he could not rely on his charisma to get the job.