Set 7: Words in Context (Advanced)
Explanation
PASSAGE
The protagonist's journey was not merely physical but also deeply introspective; as he traversed the physical landscape, he simultaneously ______ the hidden corners of his own psyche.
Which choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase?
Detailed Answer Explanation
This question asks for the meaning of a word as used in this specific context. The parallel structure suggests that just as he traveled ('traversed') the physical world, he also looked into ('explored') his mind. 'Explored' fits the context of discovery within one's psyche. Words can have multiple meanings, and context determines which meaning applies. Read the surrounding sentences carefully. Substitute each answer choice to see which maintains the intended meaning and fits the context. Many vocabulary words have multiple dictionary definitions, but only one fits the context. Use the surrounding sentences as clues. Try substituting each answer choice to see which one preserves the author's intended meaning without changing the sentence's message.
Key Evidence:
• "traversed the physical landscape"
• "introspective"
Why others are wrong: A (Forsook means to abandon, which doesn't fit the theme of self-discovery.), C (Constructed implies building, not examining existing hidden corners.), B (Ignored contradicts the idea of an introspective journey.).
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