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Answer: DSet 10: Words in Context (Beginner)
Explanation
PASSAGE
The essay presents a _____ analysis of the poem's themes.
Which choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase?
A. incorrect
B. superficial
C. brief
D. thorough✓ Correct
Detailed Answer Explanation
Choice D is the best answer. "Thorough" is correct because it means "complete and detailed." The context clues in the passage indicate that this meaning best completes the sentence logically.
Why others are wrong: A ("Incorrect" means "not right," which doesn't fit the context.), B ("Superficial" means "not thorough," which doesn't fit the context.), C ("Brief" means "short," which doesn't fit the context.).