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Eleanor knew that she had to confront her students about the poor perf
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28 May 2025, 23:59
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Eleanor knew that she had to confront her students about the poor performance of the entire class on the last examination; realizing, though, that after her remonstration they would undoubtedly be glum or resentful, she took a final moment to enjoy their ______ chatter before she began to speak.
| Two Answers |
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| A. dogmatic |
| B. blithe |
| C. erudite | D. beguiling | E. mirthful |
| F. innocuous |
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Re: Eleanor knew that she had to confront her students about the poor perf
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31 May 2025, 04:00
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B, E
Note the contrast in this sentence: after Eleanor remonstrates ("scolds") her class, they will be glum and resentful. These negative words indicate that the words for the blank will be positive, and will also have to plausibly describe "chatter." Mirthful is a synonym for blithe, meaning "extremely joyous," and its positive connotations work well in this sentence. Choices (B) and (E) are correct.
B, E
Note the contrast in this sentence: after Eleanor remonstrates ("scolds") her class, they will be glum and resentful. These negative words indicate that the words for the blank will be positive, and will also have to plausibly describe "chatter." Mirthful is a synonym for blithe, meaning "extremely joyous," and its positive connotations work well in this sentence. Choices (B) and (E) are correct.
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