Choosing the word or phrase from A to E which has the same meaning as the underlined word or words in each sentence:
Writing for newspaper is exciting and lucrative especially when one is a freelance journalist
Writing for newspaper is exciting and lucrative especially when one is a freelance journalist
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Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
> "Writing for newspaper is exciting and lucrative especially when one is a freelance journalist."
A freelance journalist is someone who is unattached — not permanently employed by any single newspaper or organization. They work independently.
Now, let's check the options:
- A. a forthright — Means straightforward or direct. Not related. Incorrect.
- B. an eloquent — Means fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing. Not related. Incorrect.
- C. an unattached — Means not tied to any organization or employer. Correct.
- D. a political — Relates to politics, not freelancing. Incorrect.
- E. a convincing — Means able to persuade. Not related. Incorrect.
> "Writing for newspaper is exciting and lucrative especially when one is a freelance journalist."
A freelance journalist is someone who is unattached — not permanently employed by any single newspaper or organization. They work independently.
Now, let's check the options:
- A. a forthright — Means straightforward or direct. Not related. Incorrect.
- B. an eloquent — Means fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing. Not related. Incorrect.
- C. an unattached — Means not tied to any organization or employer. Correct.
- D. a political — Relates to politics, not freelancing. Incorrect.
- E. a convincing — Means able to persuade. Not related. Incorrect.