Question

Chose the word or phrase that best matches the word in italics. The principal was not surprised by the MIRTH the students exhibited at the silly mistakes they made at the dress rehearsal

A. Embarrassment
B. Anger
C. Amusement
D. Discomfort

Answer 1

Mirth is a synonym for amusement or laughter, so C. is the correct answer.

Answer 2

The dictionary definition of the word "MIRTH" is "cheerfulness that is mostly expressed in actions such laughter". Here, the word "silly" also assists to infer that something comic is happening. So, from my sense of understanding, the synonymous word "amusement" matches best with meaning of the word inquired.

Answer is "C."