Clue: The part of the sentence after the semicolon tells us that the lecture was guaranteed to send even the most ardent student to sleep. This tells us that the lecture was boring or sleep-inducing. So, pedestrian , or soporific would fit. But we eliminate pedestrian because its partner words enthused about do not fit the sense.
9.Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
Clue: But indicates the need for an opposite. He was upset but was made less upset consoled or comforted by a conviction that he had not deserved the dismissal. Since merit means deserve, this becomes the best choice.
10.Correct Answer: E
Explanation:
Clue: But indicates a need for opposites. Thus the sentence implies that she tried to overcome negative feelings but only succeeded in making them worse. Hence, we choose endeavored and intensifying .
11.Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Clue: The word betrayed is the clue. Since she betrayed someone she would be condemned for her treachery. Perfidy is the best choice since it means treachery.
12.Correct Answer: D
Explanation:
Clue: The word stealthily is the best clue to the blank. Since the disease spreads stealthily, the word insidious is appropriate.
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