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Dr. Stein diligently studied quantum physics with the intention of joi
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Dr. Stein diligently studied quantum physics with the intention of joining the __________ of elite scientists who would confer on important issues in this field of study.
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| A. posse |
| B. coterie |
| C. chasm | D. conspiracy | E. contumely |
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A coterie is an exclusive group of people who share common interests. It fits with the context clue in the sentence, elite scientists who would confer on important issues. Choice A, posse, also can mean a group of people; however, it is more casual and doesn’t convey the proper tone for a group of scientists. All the other choices are inappropriate for the sentence: choice C, chasm, means a deep hole in the earth or a gap; choice D, conspiracy, means a group plan to commit an illegal act; and choice E, contumely,means insulting language or treatment.
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A coterie is an exclusive group of people who share common interests. It fits with the context clue in the sentence, elite scientists who would confer on important issues. Choice A, posse, also can mean a group of people; however, it is more casual and doesn’t convey the proper tone for a group of scientists. All the other choices are inappropriate for the sentence: choice C, chasm, means a deep hole in the earth or a gap; choice D, conspiracy, means a group plan to commit an illegal act; and choice E, contumely,means insulting language or treatment.
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