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Because even his _______ would be loath to consider his novels $\qqua
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24 Aug 2025, 23:29
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Because even his (ii) _______ would be loath to consider his novels (ii) _______ , either the reviewer of his latest work has been ethically compromised, or the author has actually plotted what can, in all positive senses of the word, be described as a thriller.
| Blank (i) | Blank (ii) |
|---|---|
| A. staunchest advocates | D. dishonest |
| B. most implacable opponents | E. riveting |
| C. most sympathetic detractors | F. straightforward |
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Re: Because even his _______ would be loath to consider his novels $\qqua
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29 Aug 2025, 08:47
29 Aug 2025, 08:47
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The correct answer is A. staunchest advocates and E. riveting.
Here is the breakdown of why this is the correct combination:
- Blank (i): The phrase "even his... would be loath to..." sets up a situation where the most likely group of people to offer praise is unwilling to do so. His staunchest advocates are his most loyal and devoted supporters. The fact that even they would be reluctant to describe his work in a certain way highlights the author's poor reputation.
- Blank (ii): The word in this blank must describe the opposite of the "thriller" mentioned later in the sentence. A thriller is defined by its ability to excite and engross the reader. The word riveting means completely engrossing and fascinating. The sentence is stating that the author's previous novels were so un-thrilling that even his most loyal supporters would be unwilling to call them riveting. This establishes the stark contrast with his new work, which is being called a "thriller."
Therefore, the completed sentence is: "Because even his staunchest advocates would be loath to consider his novels riveting, either the reviewer of his latest work has been ethically compromised, or the author has actually plotted what can, in all positive senses of the word, be described as a thriller."
Here is the breakdown of why this is the correct combination:
- Blank (i): The phrase "even his... would be loath to..." sets up a situation where the most likely group of people to offer praise is unwilling to do so. His staunchest advocates are his most loyal and devoted supporters. The fact that even they would be reluctant to describe his work in a certain way highlights the author's poor reputation.
- Blank (ii): The word in this blank must describe the opposite of the "thriller" mentioned later in the sentence. A thriller is defined by its ability to excite and engross the reader. The word riveting means completely engrossing and fascinating. The sentence is stating that the author's previous novels were so un-thrilling that even his most loyal supporters would be unwilling to call them riveting. This establishes the stark contrast with his new work, which is being called a "thriller."
Therefore, the completed sentence is: "Because even his staunchest advocates would be loath to consider his novels riveting, either the reviewer of his latest work has been ethically compromised, or the author has actually plotted what can, in all positive senses of the word, be described as a thriller."
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