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    Question

    Select the most appropriate synonym of the bracketed word

    in the following sentence to fill in the blank. The speaker’s words had a deeply ________ (inspiring) effect on the audience, moving many to tears.
    A tedious Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B passive Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C stirring Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D lifeless Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The word inspiring means causing strong emotions or encouraging action. The synonym that best fits this meaning is stirring, which also means emotionally moving or inspiring.
    Tedious means boring.
    Passive means inactive or unresponsive.
    Lifeless means dull or without energy.Thus, stirring is the most appropriate synonym.

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