PrepTest 104, Section 2, Question 4
The career of trumpeter Miles Davis was one(460 more words not shown)
Which one of the following(9 more words not shown)
- Auneasy(1 more words not shown)
- Bcautious(1 more words not shown)
- Cgrudging(1 more words not shown)
- Dmoderate(1 more words not shown)
- Eappreciative(1 more words not shown)
Reading the passage
“Genius” isn't a neutral description. The writer thinks Davis was innovative and underappreciated, and argues that the critics haven't given him his due. We should predict clear approval and a defense of his work.
Working the answers
- A
Ambivalence would mean mixed or conflicting feelings. The writer doesn't balance admiration with serious reservations; the hostility belongs to the critics.
- B
Calling Davis a genius whose achievements deserve more credit takes a side. It isn't cautious neutrality.
- C
Grudging respect is reluctant respect. There's no reluctance here.
- D
This is positive, but too mild for the actual praise and defense. Davis is “astonishingly productive,” his genius deserves recognition, and the critics' resistance is challenged. The writer is doing more than offering moderate praise.
- ECorrect
“Appreciative” captures the favorable judgment of Davis's work. “Advocacy” captures the case for giving him the recognition he deserves. Both parts matter: the writer likes his achievements and defends them against the critics.
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