Choose the word nearest in meaning to the word 'foster' in the sentence: There must be lively discussion of Indian authors if we are to foster our knowledge
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Choose the word nearest in meaning to the word 'foster' in the sentence:
There must be lively discussion of Indian authors if we are to foster our knowledge
There must be lively discussion of Indian authors if we are to foster our knowledge
- promote
- cherish
- display
- examine
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A - promote
To foster knowledge is to promote or encourage its growth, which lively discussion does. 'Cherish' means to hold dear, which is not what discussion does to knowledge, and 'examine' and 'display' do not mean helping something grow.
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