This is the 876th most frequent Russian word.
взял
"Took."
Here, 'взял' indicates the physical action of taking something, specifically the book.
Я взял книгу со стола.
I took the book from the table.
Here, 'взял' is used in the context of acquiring or obtaining something, such as buying a ticket.
Она взяла билет на концерт заранее.
She purchased a ticket for the concert in advance.
In this case, 'взял' refers to figuratively assuming responsibility or taking charge.