One of the ways Robert nourishes his aggressive nature is by
A. Playing violent video games
B. Playing quarterback on the football team
C. Standing up for his belief in equality
D. Defending his brother against older children
I picked B, because the word nourishes can also imply foster, which could mean foster a behavior positively. Aggression involves hostile and destructive behavior. An aggressive person attacks, often without any prompting from another individual. Answer A, could increase a persons aggressive nature, which would imply fostering a negative behavior. Is my thinking correct or erroneous? This question could produce two answers that involve aggressive behavior, which is A & B. Thanks!
B is wrong
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You're welcome.
the answer is a
Your reasoning is correct in considering the meaning of "nourishes" as fostering a behavior positively. However, it is important to note that "aggressive nature" can have different interpretations.
Option A, playing violent video games, could potentially nourish or foster aggressive behavior in some individuals. Some research suggests a link between violent video games and increased aggression, although the effects can vary from person to person.
Option B, playing quarterback on the football team, involves a competitive and physically demanding position. While it may require assertiveness and some level of aggression on the field, it does not necessarily imply fostering a negative behavior or aggressive nature outside of the game.
Option C, standing up for his belief in equality, does not necessarily imply aggression. While individuals can be passionate and assertive when advocating for equality, aggression is not a necessary component.
Option D, defending his brother against older children, could involve displaying aggression in the form of assertiveness or standing up for someone. However, it could also be seen as a protective or altruistic behavior rather than fostering an aggressive nature.
In summary, your reasoning is correct in considering the positive or negative nature of nurturing or fostering aggressive behavior. However, option B, playing quarterback on the football team, does not necessarily imply fostering a negative behavior or aggressive nature.
I agree with your reasoning.
Nourishes has a positive connotation -- making B the better choice.