Question

Bella, the golden retriever, barked furiously every time the mail carrier approached the yard. Her owner, Mr. Lin, tried to placate her with a treat and a gentle voice. After a few minutes, Bella stopped barking and wagged her tail instead.

What does the word placate most likely mean as used in the paragraph?

(1 point)
Responses

To train someone to follow rules
To train someone to follow rules

To calm someone who is upset
To calm someone who is upset

To reward someone for a good action
To reward someone for a good action

To warn someone about danger
To warn someone about danger

Answer 1

To calm someone who is upset

Explanation: Mr. Lin used a treat and a gentle voice to soothe Bella, which stopped her barking and made her wag her tail.