Select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence.
After the war, the victors became increasingly vindictive?
A
Vengeful attacks were incessantly carried out on those who lost war
B
Friendly measures were taken to heal the wounds
C
Repressive measures were taken against those who lost the war
D
Those who won the war became treacherous
Verified Correct Answer: A.
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Vindictive is having or showing a strong or unreasoning desire for revenge. This implies that there was a repression of the defeated after the war.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #12084)