Use the excerpt from “In 1850, Ignaz Semmelweis saved lives with three words: wash your hands” to answer the question. The excerpt is the beginning of an article. Select the correct answer from each list to complete the sentence.

Question

This conclusion indicates that during his lifetime, Dr. Semmelweis was_____, but today people see the____of his work.
A) respected
B) mocked
C) envied
D) triumph
E) value
F) absurdity

Answer 1

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