Concept:The question tests the ability to identify the same consonant sound by comparing pronunciation rather than spelling.
The correct word must contain the exact consonant sound represented by the underlined letter(s).
Explanation:Maiden is pronounced /ˈmeɪd(ə)n/.
This pronunciation contains the required consonant sound that matches the one in the underlined part of the question.
When the word is spoken aloud, the relevant consonant sound in maiden is clearly heard in the correct position.
The other options do not provide the same consonant sound in that position.
Therefore, the word that has the same consonant sound as the underlined sound is maiden.
Answer:D. maiden