Question

Which definition gives the meaning of the word altruism as it is used in this sentence?

Through his altruism, the country’s leader proved to his citizens that he was indeed different from his self-centered, selfish predecessor.
the belief that citizens should have the power to vote in elections

A. a religion centered on serving the underprivileged


B. the practice of selfless concern for the welfare of others


C. power inherited by a political leader

D. the belief that citizens should have the power to vote in elections

Answer 1

B. the practice of selfless concern for the welfare of others

Answer 2

The option that gives the meaning of the word altruism as it is used in this sentence is B. the practice of selfless concern for the welfare of others.

The description of his predecessor is very negative, using words like self-centered and selfish. If the new leader showed them he was different option B is the one that describes that kind of person.

The other options don't give you any information that can connect with the one that is provided in this sentence.