Which verb means to accomplish or to reach something through hard work?

• A. Achieve
• B. Acquire
• C. Account
• D. Adapt

Answer: (A)

The idea being tested is finding a verb that conveys successfully reaching a goal through effort. Achieve is the best fit because it means to succeed in accomplishing or attaining something through hard work and perseverance. For example, “She achieved her dream of becoming a doctor” highlights the effort and the successful outcome.

Acquire fits when you mean to gain possession or learn something, but it doesn’t inherently stress the successful completion of a goal through effort. Account is about explaining or being responsible for something, not completing a goal. Adapt means to change to fit new conditions, which is a different kind of action.