Choose the word or phrase that best defines the italicized word.

" ...shook our heads in wonder and approval of such exemplary filial behavior."

(filial being italicized)

A. befitting a loving parent

B. befitting a loyal citizen

C. befitting a solider or warrior

D. befitting a son or daughter

Respuesta :

In the quoted statement above, the best answer that describes the statement is letter D. befitting a son or daughter. It is because the term filial, it means that it is pertaining to a son or daughter. So meaning, the sentence is pertaining to the son or daughter of the person who is states the sentence above. 

Answer:

D. befitting a son or daughter

Explanation:

The word "filial" is an adjective that describes something that is related to a son or a daughter. The word comes from the Latin. In this case, the phrase describes how the observers were extremely impressed by a particular behaviour that was admirable and wonderful. The observers believe that this behaviour is particularly desirable in a son or daughter.