SAT question 62a18353 (Words In Context)

Question

The following text is adapted from Zora Neale Hurston’s 1921 short story “John Redding Goes to Sea.” John wants to travel far beyond the village where he lives near his mother, Matty. [John] had on several occasions attempted to reconcile his mother to the notion, but found it a difficult task. Matty always took refuge in self-pity and tears. Her son’s desires were incomprehensible to her, that was all. As used in the text, what does the phrase “reconcile his mother to” most nearly mean?

College Board · Accepted Answer

The correct answer is A. Choice A is the best answer. The expression “reconcile to” means “to cause (a person) to accept something difficult or disagreeable.” The text suggests that John wants his mother to accept his desire to travel, even though she doesn’t like that idea.

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SAT Question 62a18353: Words In Context answer and explanation

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