Which phrase defines etymology? (1 point)

Responses

the history of a word 
the history of a word 

the part of speech of a word
the part of speech of a word

the spelling of a word
the spelling of a word

the pronunciation of a word 

the history of a word

The correct answer is:

1) the history of a word

The correct answer is "the history of a word." Etymology is the study of the history and origins of words, including how their meanings and forms have changed over time. To determine the correct answer, you would need to understand the meaning of the word "etymology" and its relationship to words and their histories. You could either rely on prior knowledge or consult a dictionary or reliable online resource to find the definition of etymology and verify the correct answer.