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Question

Callista became the persona grata among the student body for being the first student council president to lobby the administration for early release Fridays once a month.
The Latin phrase persona grata means a fully accepted person, especially in foreign government. What is the figurative meaning of persona grata in this context?

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Callista’s school government position is being compared to a foreign one.
Callista’s school government position is being compared to a foreign one. - no response given

Callista’s school government power as school council president is being exaggerated.
Callista’s school government power as school council president is being exaggerated. - no response given

Callista is being compared to a foreign leader in ancient times to describe her influence.
Callista is being compared to a foreign leader in ancient times to describe her influence. - no response given

Callista is being personified as student council president to show her power in the position.
Callista is being personified as student council president to show her power in the position. - incorrect
Incorrect

Personification is when something non-human is given human characteristics, and Callista is a human student.
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Answer 1

The figurative meaning of "persona grata" in this context suggests that Callista has become a well-regarded and accepted figure among the student body due to her actions as the student council president. She is recognized and appreciated for her efforts to advocate for early release Fridays, indicating her influence and positive reception among peers.

None of the responses provided directly fit this explanation, but the closest interpretation might be:

Callista is being compared to a foreign leader in ancient times to describe her influence.

This response highlights her influence and acceptance, although it may not strictly apply to the original meaning of "persona grata."