Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the best option to fill in the blanks.

The purpose of this quick, ________ synthesis between research, thinking and writing is to attain the three prime qualities of historical composition – clarity, ________ and objectivity.

  1. cold; virility

  2. rawness; complexity

  3. empathetic; apathy

  4. warm; vigour

  5. irascible; vehemence
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

'Purpose' gives a clue for the first blank, which gives a positive feel to the first blank. 'Cold' and 'rawness' infer negative connotations. Hence, options (1) and (2) are ruled out. 'Irascible' (meaning easily angered; quick-tempered) implies emotions. Therefore, it is not cogent with 'synthesis'.

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