Set 10: Words in Context (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: D

PASSAGE

The museum's collection is _____ comprehensive, spanning five centuries of art.

Which choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase?

A. barely

B. accidentally

C. temporarily

D. impressively✓ Correct

Detailed Answer Explanation

Choice D is the best answer. "Impressively" is correct because it means "in a way that evokes admiration." The context clues in the passage indicate that this meaning best completes the sentence logically.

Why others are wrong: A ("Barely" means "only just," which doesn't fit the context.), B ("Accidentally" means "by chance," which doesn't fit the context.), C ("Temporarily" means "for a short time," which doesn't fit the context.).