Question

based on the origin of the word \infirmities,\ the word \infirmary\ probably means which of the following?
a place for studying medicine - the students learned to treat diseases by attending the infirmary.
a place to rest - she felt refreshed when she napped in the infirmary.
a place for the care of the sick - the infirmary was filled with people who had contracted the flu.

Explanation:

The word "infirmities" relates to illness or weakness. "Infirmary" is likely a place for sick care. The first option is about studying (not care), the second is about rest (not specific to sick). The third aligns with care for the sick.

Answer:

a place for the care of the sick - The infirmary was filled with people who had contracted the flu.