Question

read this sentence from the passage.
in any case, dont panic, and keep your wits about you.
which of these best explains the meaning of the phrase \keep your wits about you\?
a stay quiet
b remain alert
c focus on intelligence
d have a helpful attitude

Explanation:

The phrase "keep your wits about you" means to be mentally alert and aware of your surroundings, especially in a situation where you need to think clearly. Option a (stay quiet) refers to being silent, which is not related to being alert. Option c (focus on intelligence) implies emphasizing one's intellectual capacity, which is not the meaning of the phrase. Option d (have a helpful attitude) is about being helpful, not about being alert. Option b (remain alert) matches the meaning of staying mentally sharp and aware.

Answer:

b. remain alert