Although the two cities were located in the same region, their climates were quite _______: one was humid and rainy due to coastal winds, while the other was dry and arid due to the shielding effect of a mountain range.
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readingWhich choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase?
A
distinct
B
matching
C
obscure
D
identical
Correct Answer: A
Choice A is the best answer. The text contrasts "humid/rainy" with "dry/arid." They are different. "Distinct" means recognizably different.
Choice B is incorrect because "matching" would mean they were the same. Choice C is incorrect because "obscure" means unclear. Choice D is incorrect because "identical" contradicts the contrast described.