PrepTest 116, Section 4, Question 25
Most scientists who study the physiological effects of(447 more words not shown)
Based on the passage, the(16 more words not shown)
- Ahighly(1 more words not shown)
- Btacitly(1 more words not shown)
- Cgrudgingly(1 more words not shown)
- Dovertly(1 more words not shown)
- Eclearly(1 more words not shown)
Reading the passage
The writer faults these scientists for treating wine like other alcoholic drinks and studying only excessive intake. Their approach has obscured effects the newer research investigates. So I'd look for criticism, then check how intense the answer makes it.
Working the answers
- A
Highly enthusiastic is positive. The opening identifies limitations in these scientists' approach.
- B
Tacitly approving means approving without saying so openly. The author instead states what the approach missed.
- C
Grudging acceptance still means acceptance. The writer challenges the approach rather than reluctantly endorsing it.
- DCorrect
Overtly means openly. I initially read it as overly, which would mean more critical than warranted—but that's a different word. The opening explicitly says the scientists have “obscured” wine's effects. The criticism is clear even though the language is measured.
- E
Outrage adds an intensity we aren't given. Pointing out a research failure doesn't establish fury or indignation. D captures the plainly stated criticism without exaggerating the emotion.
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