单选题
Neutron stars are believed to be the highly com-pressed remnants of exploding stars (supernovas) and thus ______of one of the most ______ processes in nature.
【正确答案】
B
【答案解析】If neutron stars are the remnants or remaining ,traces of exploding stars, then they are the products or results of violent natural processes. Choice A is incorrect. The neutron stars did not cause the explosions; they were caused by the explosions. Choice C is incorrect. There is nothing equivocal or inconclusive about the explosion of a star. Choice D is incorrect. Nothing in the state-ment suggests that the creation of neutron stars justifies or vindicates the explosion of a star. In addition, harsh is far too weak a word to describe a stellar explosion. Choice E is incorrect. Neutron stars come into existence after a supernova explodes. Thus, they are not precursors or forerunners of the explosion.
单选题
The shortcomings of Mr. Brooks' analysis are ______his ______ in explaining finan-cial complexity and the sheer importance of his text.
【正确答案】
B
【答案解析】Clarity in explaining complicated financial matters would do a great deal to offset or com-pensate for shortcomings in a text. Note the use of and linking the positive phrase "sheer importance of his text" with the second blank. This indicates that the second missing word must be a positive term.