Question

Use the dictionary entry for charisma to answer the question.

charisma

cha•ris•ma [kuh-riz-muh] adj

from Greek charis

1. a magnetic charm that appeals to people

In which sentences is the word charisma used correctly? Select three answers.

Most people seemed to respond to the candidate’s charisma rather than to his political agenda.
Benjamin was overwhelmed by his co-worker’s charisma, and he promised to repay him as soon as possible.
Alyssa’s acting talent was not great, but she hoped her charisma would secure her a role in the play.
Though Farhan could be charming, he knew that he could not rely on his charisma to get the job.
Julio used his charisma to haul the leaky boat and its soggy passengers out of the water.

Answer 1

Correct sentences: 1, 3, and 4.

Why:
- 1, 3, 4 use "charisma" to mean a magnetic charm that attracts or influences people, matching the dictionary definition.
- 2 is odd: being "overwhelmed by ... charisma" is plausible, but the second clause ("he promised to repay him") makes the sentence nonsensical — charisma wouldn't directly cause a promise to repay.
- 5 is incorrect because "charisma" cannot be used as a physical force to haul a boat.