改错题21.Ms. Chambers is among the forecasters who predict that the rate of addition to arable lands will drop while those of loss rise.
【正确答案】
D
【答案解析】Logical predication; Parallelism The forecaster is making predictions about two different rates. The forecast changes in the rates can be compared using the construction the rate of x will drop while the rate ofy rises; x and y should be parallel. A There is no referent for those. B It refers to the rate of addition, creating a nonsensical statement. C There is no referent for those. Of losses should be singular to parallel of addition. D Correct. This sentence uses a construction that clearly states the predicted changes in the rates; the rates are expressed in parallel ways. E There are rises for is wordy and unidiomatic. The correct answer is D.