Deliberate destructive behavior in stories and anecdotes for the very young, I believe, serves no useful purpose. The young are already exposed to far more negative forces in the general run of storybooks, television shows, Internet games and the real world. Grandpas and grandmas don't need to pile them on. To the contrary, grandparents can influence a young mind toward reason and compassion. The tales they tell can be stabilizing forces in the day-to-day bustle and high excitement of the very young and, by the nature of a grandparent's role, suggest channels for positive values.

Question

Read the dictionary entry.

deliberate
\dəˈlib(ə)rət\ adj
1. done consciously and intentionally
2. acting in a careful and unhurried way

deliberate
\dəˈlib(ə)rət\ v
3. engage in long and careful consideration
4. consider (a question) carefully

Which definition best matches the use of the word deliberate in paragraph 2?
A.Definition 1
B.Definition 2
C.Definition 3
D.Definition 4

Answer 1

The best definition that matches the use of the word "deliberate" in paragraph 2 is:

A. Definition 1 - done consciously and intentionally.

In this context, "deliberate destructive behavior" refers to actions that are intentionally harmful, which aligns with the first definition.