Which word means to cause or bring about?

• A. Engender
• B. Exemplary
• C. Bilk
• D. Anomaly

Answer: (A)

The main idea here is recognizing a verb that means to cause or bring something into existence. Engender fits because it directly means to generate, produce, or bring about something. You can use it to talk about ideas, feelings, or actions being created or sparked by something, as in “the policy engendered public support.”

The other words don’t match this sense. Exemplary is an adjective meaning outstanding or worthy of imitation, describing quality rather than causing something. Bilk means to cheat or swindle, especially money, which has nothing to do with causing. Anomaly is a noun for something that deviates from the norm, not a verb or a meaning related to causing.