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Although the Modern Library Board selected Joyce's Ulysses as its numb
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Although the Modern Library Board selected Joyce's Ulysses as its number one novel of all time, Friendswood Library disagrees and instead chose Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby as its of ________ literature.
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| Blank (i) |
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| A. antithesis |
| B. escutcheon |
| C. apotheosis | D. litigation | E. demotion |
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Re: Although the Modern Library Board selected Joyce's Ulysses as its numb
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25 Dec 2023, 23:27
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The answer is C.
The sentence contrasts the Modern Library Board's selection of Joyce's "Ulysses" with Friendswood Library's choice of literature.
Blank (i) describes the nature of the literature chosen by Friendswood Library:
A. antithesis: "Antithesis" refers to something that is the direct opposite or contrast of something else. In this context, it doesn't specifically describe the nature of the literature chosen by Friendswood Library.
B. escutcheon: An "escutcheon" is a shield or a protective or ornamental shield-like plate. It doesn't relate to the selection of literature in the context of the sentence.
C. apotheosis: "Apotheosis" means the highest point or culmination, often used to signify the elevation of something to divine status or the ultimate example of greatness. In the context, "apotheosis" suggests that Friendswood Library chose Fitzgerald's "The Great Gatsby" as the ultimate example or pinnacle of literature in their opinion.
D. litigation: "Litigation" refers to legal proceedings or a lawsuit. It doesn't fit the context of choosing literature.
E. demotion: "Demotion" refers to the act of lowering someone or something in rank or position. It doesn't describe the nature of the literature selected by Friendswood Library.
Therefore, the correct word for the blank is C. apotheosis, which signifies that Friendswood Library chose Fitzgerald's "The Great Gatsby" as the ultimate example or pinnacle of literature, contrasting with the Modern Library Board's choice of Joyce's "Ulysses" as the number one novel of all time.
The sentence contrasts the Modern Library Board's selection of Joyce's "Ulysses" with Friendswood Library's choice of literature.
Blank (i) describes the nature of the literature chosen by Friendswood Library:
A. antithesis: "Antithesis" refers to something that is the direct opposite or contrast of something else. In this context, it doesn't specifically describe the nature of the literature chosen by Friendswood Library.
B. escutcheon: An "escutcheon" is a shield or a protective or ornamental shield-like plate. It doesn't relate to the selection of literature in the context of the sentence.
C. apotheosis: "Apotheosis" means the highest point or culmination, often used to signify the elevation of something to divine status or the ultimate example of greatness. In the context, "apotheosis" suggests that Friendswood Library chose Fitzgerald's "The Great Gatsby" as the ultimate example or pinnacle of literature in their opinion.
D. litigation: "Litigation" refers to legal proceedings or a lawsuit. It doesn't fit the context of choosing literature.
E. demotion: "Demotion" refers to the act of lowering someone or something in rank or position. It doesn't describe the nature of the literature selected by Friendswood Library.
Therefore, the correct word for the blank is C. apotheosis, which signifies that Friendswood Library chose Fitzgerald's "The Great Gatsby" as the ultimate example or pinnacle of literature, contrasting with the Modern Library Board's choice of Joyce's "Ulysses" as the number one novel of all time.
Re: Although the Modern Library Board selected Joyce's Ulysses as its numb
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Let's analyze each option:
Blank (i):
A. Antithesis:
- "Antithesis" refers to a contrast or opposition. If Friendswood Library disagrees with the Modern Library Board's selection, calling The Great Gatsby the antithesis of Ulysses would imply a strong contrast between the two.
B. Escutcheon:
- "Escutcheon" typically refers to a shield or emblem bearing a coat of arms. In the context of literature, it doesn't seem to convey a fitting meaning.
C. Apotheosis:
- "Apotheosis" refers to the highest point in the development of something; it can also mean the elevation of someone to divine status. If Friendswood Library chose The Great Gatsby as its apotheosis of literature, it suggests they consider it the pinnacle or highest achievement.
D. Litigation:
- "Litigation" involves legal proceedings or the process of taking legal action. This term doesn't fit the context of selecting a novel as the epitome of literature.
E. Demotion:
- "Demotion" involves lowering in rank or status. If Friendswood Library disagrees with the selection of Ulysses and instead chooses The Great Gatsby, calling it the demotion of literature would imply a lowering in rank or status compared to Ulysses.
Explanation: Option C (Apotheosis) is the most suitable choice as it suggests that Friendswood Library considers The Great Gatsby the highest point or pinnacle of literature, contrasting with the Modern Library Board's selection of Ulysses.
Therefore, the most fitting choice for Blank (i) is "Apotheosis."
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Blank (i):
A. Antithesis:
- "Antithesis" refers to a contrast or opposition. If Friendswood Library disagrees with the Modern Library Board's selection, calling The Great Gatsby the antithesis of Ulysses would imply a strong contrast between the two.
B. Escutcheon:
- "Escutcheon" typically refers to a shield or emblem bearing a coat of arms. In the context of literature, it doesn't seem to convey a fitting meaning.
C. Apotheosis:
- "Apotheosis" refers to the highest point in the development of something; it can also mean the elevation of someone to divine status. If Friendswood Library chose The Great Gatsby as its apotheosis of literature, it suggests they consider it the pinnacle or highest achievement.
D. Litigation:
- "Litigation" involves legal proceedings or the process of taking legal action. This term doesn't fit the context of selecting a novel as the epitome of literature.
E. Demotion:
- "Demotion" involves lowering in rank or status. If Friendswood Library disagrees with the selection of Ulysses and instead chooses The Great Gatsby, calling it the demotion of literature would imply a lowering in rank or status compared to Ulysses.
Explanation: Option C (Apotheosis) is the most suitable choice as it suggests that Friendswood Library considers The Great Gatsby the highest point or pinnacle of literature, contrasting with the Modern Library Board's selection of Ulysses.
Therefore, the most fitting choice for Blank (i) is "Apotheosis."
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