【正确答案】 E

【答案解析】The opposite of nebulous (vague, cloudy) is distinct. Think of "a nebulous memory."

【正确答案】 C

【答案解析】The opposite of decorum (correctness, good taste) is impropriety or unseemliness. Think of "dignity and decorum."

【正确答案】 E

【答案解析】The opposite of to denigrate (belittle or defame) is to extol or praise. Think of "denigrating someone's efforts."

【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.

【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.

【正确答案】 D

【答案解析】A scholar is by definition erudite or learned. A liar is by definition mendacious or dishonest. Beware answer pairs that are loosely linked. While travelers may meander (stroll or wander aimlessly), they may equally as well proceed directly to their destination. (Defining Characteristic)

【正确答案】 C

【答案解析】Something feral or wild lacks domestication or taming. Something crude or rough lacks refinement or polish. (Antonym Variant)