Question

what does the phrase went out on a limb mean? she went out on a limb when she defended a position that most of her classmates strongly opposed. showed wisdom took a risk acted foolishly was nervous

Explanation:

To determine the meaning of "went out on a limb", we analyze the context: she defended a position most classmates opposed. "Went out on a limb" means taking a risk (as defending an unpopular stance is risky). "Showed wisdom" doesn't fit (defending opposition isn't wisdom here), "acted foolishly" is negative (not implied), "was nervous" is about emotion (not risk). So the correct meaning is taking a risk.

Answer:

B. took a risk