Select the word or phrase that will make the sentence grammatically correct.
The patient begged for ___________ but of course, the nurse wouldn′t give him a cigarette, no matter how much he wanted it.

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Compassion is to have sympathy and want to help a person or people who are going through a difficult time. In this question, the patient is begging the nurse to show sympathy and allow him/her to have a cigarette.
Altriuism refers to acting in a selfless way or to act solely for the benefit of other people.
Indifference is to show a lack of interest or sympathy.

Select the Word or Phrase That Will Make the Sentence