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Answers and Explanations
Directions: Complete the sentence using the word or set of words for each blank that best fits the
meaning of the sentence as a whole
Athens is remembered by historians
as a peaceful society known for its
philosophers and scientists, while its
neighbor, Sparta, is remembered for
its ______ people and focus.
A. chivalrous
B. contentious
C. controversial
D. inflammatory
E. martial
To figure out what the missing word is, try to predict its meaning by using keywords from the prompt. Here, the keyword is
“while,” which sets up an opposite relationship between Athens and Sparta. Thus, if Athens is “peaceful,” Sparta must be the
opposite of peaceful. Martial means warlike or inclined to war, making it the opposite of peaceful, so choice (E) is correct.
(A) is incorrect because chivalrous means having the qualities of chivalry, namely bravery, courtesy, and loyalty. This does not
set up the necessary opposite relationship with “peaceful,” since chivalrous is not the same as warlike or hostile.
(B) is incorrect because contentious means controversial. This does not set up the necessary opposite relationship with
“peaceful,” since contentious is not the same as warlike or hostile.
(C) is incorrect because controversial means giving rise to public disagreement. This does not set up the necessary opposite
relationship with “peaceful,” since controversial is not the same as warlike or hostile.
(D) is incorrect because inflammatory means intended to arouse anger or violent feelings. This does not set up the necessary
opposite relationship with “peaceful,” since inflammatory is not the same as warlike or hostile.