HOTSPOTAfrican fashion designers, like artists in any medium, (i) ____________ forms, themes, media, or other elements reflective of their specific identities and cultural contexts. For example, an appreciation of the work of Azzedine Alaïa, arguably Africa's most famous designer, does not (ii) ____________ a consideration of his Tunisian heritage.Hot Area:
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The sentence suggests that African fashion designers are not strictly bound to using only cultural elements reflective of their identities. "Need not hew to" (do not have to strictly follow) fits this idea. The second part states that appreciating Azzedine Alaïa's work does not exclude or prevent considering his heritage, making "preclude" the best choice.
HOTSPOTMany countries have (i) ____________ the exchange of information about plant pests and diseases. However, a lack of cooperation from nations in many parts of the world has (ii) ____________ the successful transboundary control of animal diseases.Hot Area:
The phrase "benefited from" fits the context as it suggests countries have gained from the exchange of information about plant pests and diseases. The word "constrained" fits in the second blank, indicating that a lack of cooperation has restricted or limited the ability to control animal diseases effectively across borders.
HOTSPOTAs one of its many strengths, the biography of the famously stoical commander provides if not an explanation at least a wonderful series of slow-motion pictures of a gradual yet radical transformation from sociable, even (i) ____________, youngster to (ii) ____________ hero.Hot Area:
Ebullient means cheerful and full of energy, which fits with the idea of a sociable youngster. Fiery describes someone passionate, intense, and spirited, which aligns with the transformation into a heroic figure.
HOTSPOTKnowing how (i) ____________ she was at work, her colleagues were surprised at her (ii) ____________ throughout dinner.Hot Area:
"Diligent" refers to someone who is hardworking and meticulous, which makes sense in the context of how the person is at work. "Timidity" refers to a lack of confidence or shyness, which contrasts with the diligence and hard work, suggesting that her behavior at dinner was much more reserved and hesitant than at work.
HOTSPOTWhereas classic compromises express an underlying and continuing (i) ____________ of values, so that the disagreements among the parties are embodied in the compromise itself, consensual compromises are based on an underlying (ii) ____________ of values.Hot Area:
The sentence contrasts classic compromises, which reflect ongoing conflict of values, with consensual compromises, which are based on shared or intersecting values. "Conflict" fits for classic compromises, while "intersection" (meaning common ground) fits for consensual compromises.
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