Use the excerpt from "In 1850, Ignaz Semmelweis saved lives with three words: wash your hands" to answer the question.

Question

Select the correct answer from each list to complete the sentence.
This conclusion indicates that during his lifetime, Dr. Semmelweis was ____, but today people see the ____ of his work.
First blank's list:
envied
mocked
respected
Second blank's list:
value
absurdity
triumph

Answer 1

This conclusion indicates that during his lifetime, Dr. Semmelweis was mocked, but today people see the value of his work.