In the early 20th century, abstract artists began to prioritize color and shape over realistic representation. This style represented a significant _______ from the classical realism of the previous century, offering a new way to express emotion without depicting physical objects.

The following text is adapted from a story about an explorer.

No one can imagine the strength of the current which bore the raft onwards, like a leaf in a storm. The river and the sea appeared to be the only reality, boundaries I had to cross to find the new land.

As used in the text, what does the word "bore" most nearly mean?

Although the CEO’s proposal was delivered with great confidence, the board of directors felt that the business plan was _______, lacking the specific financial projections and timelines needed to approve the project.

In his study of Roman architecture, the engineer noted that the concrete used was remarkably _______; despite being exposed to seawater for two thousand years, the harbor structures remained intact and strong.

The historian’s theory regarding the location of the ancient city was initially met with skepticism. However, recent satellite imagery has _______ her hypothesis, revealing buried structures exactly where she predicted they would be.

The following text is adapted from a mystery novel.

The detective knew nothing of the thief's identity, yet she felt his presence. She knew the city was large and dark. She did not see the criminal, but she felt he was lurking in the shadows of the alley.

As used in the text, what does the word "lurking" most nearly mean?

While some fashion designers prioritize aesthetic appeal, creating clothing that is purely artistic, others focus on _______, designing garments that are durable, waterproof, and practical for everyday wear.

Aesop’s Fables are not merely entertaining stories about talking animals; they are vehicles for ethical instruction. The tales are _______ with moral lessons, such as "slow and steady wins the race," teaching children virtues like patience and honesty.

The coach’s decision to skip practice was met with resistance from the team captain, who argued that daily training was _______ to the team’s chances of winning the championship and that missing a day would hurt their performance.

The following text is adapted from a story about an insomniac.

He had a perpetual sense, as he listened to the ticking clock, that the night would never end; he always had the feeling that the darkness was a permanent state of being.

As used in the text, what does the word "perpetual" most nearly mean?