Asked by jojo

Question 1
Entry Word: pound

Function: noun
Definition: a place where animals are kept
Synonyms: enclosure, camp, shelter

Function: verb
Definition: to beat or strike heavily
Synonyms: hit, strike, hammer
Near Antonyms: aid, give up, assist

Function: noun
Definition: a unit of weight
Synonyms: pint, troy
Antonyms: None

What could you use as a synonym for the word pound in the following sentence?

When Jake went to volunteer at the local pound, he was surprised to see that the animals were treated well.
A.
assist
B.
aid
C.
strike
D.
shelter

All Answers 1

Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
D. shelter

"pound" here is a noun meaning a place where animals are kept, so "shelter" is the correct synonym.