Question

read the paragraph
teaching the rambunctious group of canines at the obedience school was a great deal of work, but each instructor took a respite once the dogs were placed in their individual kennels.
which word is closest in meaning to the underlined word?
vacation
beverage
payment
break

Explanation:

The word "respite" means a short period of rest or relief from something difficult or unpleasant. "Break" has a similar meaning of a pause or interruption in an activity. "Vacation" is a longer period of time off, usually for travel or leisure. "Beverage" refers to a drink. "Payment" is related to giving money. So, "break" is the closest in meaning to "respite".

Answer:

D. break