Question

(9) Find the meanings of:
(a) scares =
(b) astute =
(c) gem =​

Answer 1

Answer:

A) cause great fear or nervousness in; frighten

B) having or showing an ability to accurately assess situations or people and turn this to one's advantage.

C) an outstanding person or thing.

Answer 2

Answer:

scares - frightened

astute - having or showing shrewdness and an ability to notice and understand things clearly

gem - a jewel or precious stone

Explanation:

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