Knead most nearly means
A want
B kick.
© stuff.
D blend.

D . The definition of knead is “work (moistened flour or clay) into dough or paste with the hands.”

The answer closest to knead would be

D - blend

All of he following are parallel in structure with “writing the final essay” except having someone edit your work. All the other actions are quite common when doing a final essay. They are part of the steps you follow to make one.  

The right answer is have someone edit your work.  

I hope it helps, Regards.