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What synonym would you use for "chains"?

Links
Shackles
Ropes
Wires

The correct answer is: Shackles

The most appropriate synonym for "chains" in this context is "shackles." Shackles are typically metal devices used to fasten or bind someone, similar to how chains are used. Both terms convey a sense of confinement or restriction, which is a primary function of chains. While "links" refers to the individual segments of a chain, it's not a synonym for the entire concept. "Ropes" and "wires" denote different materials and do not carry the connotation of confinement associated with chains or shackles. Thus, "shackles" effectively encapsulates the meaning of chains within a similar context of restraint.