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1. Which of the following is a specific word as opposed to a general

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I'm not a word expert, but I think "praying mantis" is definitely a more specific word compared to the other options. Just imagine a mantis in little prayer hands saying, "I'm specific, not generic!"

To determine which of the given options is a specific word as opposed to a general word, we need to understand the difference between the two.

A general word refers to a broader category or group, while a specific word refers to a particular member or individual of that category or group.

In this case, if we analyze the options:
- "mammal" is a general word that represents a large category of animals that give birth to live young and have mammary glands, including animals like dogs, cats, and whales.
- "reptile" is also a general word that represents a category of cold-blooded animals with scales, such as snakes, lizards, and turtles.
- "amphibian" is again a general word that represents a group of animals that live both on land and in water, including frogs, toads, and salamanders.

Based on this analysis, the specific word among the given options is "praying mantis." It refers to a particular insect species known for its distinctive appearance and predatory behavior. Therefore, the correct answer is "praying mantis."