Directions: Given below is a word, followed by three sentences that consist of that word. Identify the sentence(s) that express(es) the meaning of the word.

HANDLE

A. She carefully held the handle of the door.

B. The detective found a crucial piece of evidence with his keen handle on the case.

C. He couldn't handle the pressure and decided to quit.

The correct answer is Option 5.

Key Points

• A. She carefully held the handle of the door.
  • This sentence relates to the physical act of holding onto the handle of a door. It expresses the meaning of "HANDLE" as a noun referring to a part of an object that is meant to be held or operated. For example, a door handle is used to open or close a door.
• B. The detective found a crucial piece of evidence with his keen handle on the case.
  • This sentence uses "HANDLE" as a noun but in a figurative sense. It suggests that the detective had a strong understanding, control, or grasp of the case. It implies that the detective had a good handle or command over the situation or problem at hand.
• C. He couldn't handle the pressure and decided to quit.
  • In this sentence, "HANDLE" is used as a verb. It indicates the ability or capacity to cope with or manage something. It suggests that the person in question was unable to deal with the pressure and subsequently chose to quit.

Now, let's determine the sentence(s) that express(es) the meaning of the word "HANDLE":

• Sentence A expresses the meaning of "HANDLE" as a noun referring to a part of an object that is meant to be held or operated. (For example, holding the handle of a door.)
• Sentence B expresses the meaning of "HANDLE" as a noun in a figurative sense, representing understanding, control, or grasp. (For example, having a keen handle on a case.)
• Sentence C uses "HANDLE" as a verb, indicating the ability to cope with or manage something. (For example, being unable to handle the pressure.)

Based on the analysis, the answer is: All of the Above