Question

example 1
words in context
in 1929 the atlantic monthly published several articles based on newly
discovered letters allegedly exchanged between president abraham lincoln
and a woman named ann rutledge. historians were unable to ______ the
authenticity of the letters, however, and quickly dismissed them as a hoax.

which choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word or
phrase?

choose 1 answer:
a validate
b interpret
c relate
d accommodate

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example 2

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze the context: historians needed to confirm the letters' authenticity but couldn't, so they dismissed them. "Validate" means to confirm the truth/accuracy, which fits. "Interpret" (explain meaning), "relate" (connect), and "accommodate" (adapt) don't fit the context of checking authenticity.

Answer:

A. validate