2. 反义重复逻辑关系
(1)转折关系
although, though, even though, albeit, despite, in spite of, however, but, yet, while, whereas, nevertheless, nonetheless, notwithstanding, whatever
85. Although easily angered by our mischievous behaviors, our mother could be immediately ______ by our expressions of remorse.
A. substantiated B. impugned C. protected D. united E. mollified
86. Although aging brings about profound physiological changes, it does not often alter an individual’s _______: an irascible thirty year old will probably still be ______at seventy.
A. disposition…cantankerous B. anatomy…churlish C. outlook…benevolent
D. personality…laconic E. stature…robust
87. Although visitors initially may find touring the city by subway to be ______, they are pleased to discover that subways are an inexpensive and ______ way to get around.
A. wasteful…generous B. daunting…efficient C. extravagant…prohibitive
D. convenient…solitary E. enjoyable…easy
88. Despite his ______ desire to show off, he remained at heart a very ______ person.
A. uncharacteristic…demonstrative B. inexplicable…hedonistic C. occasional…reticent
D. continual…transparent E. blatant…exhibitionistic
89. Although the rigors of ballet dancing are primarily ______, this art is also emotionally and spiritually.
A. illusory…taxing B. exaggerated…balanced C. physical…demanding
D. appealing…indulgent E. strenuous…dubious
90. Even though Charlie was in apparently good health, the doctor prescribed for him some ______ medication due to his familial history of high blood pressure.
A. presumptive B. predictive C. preliminary D. premeditated E. preventative
91. Though earlier anatomists had touched on the idea, Paul Broca was the first to ______ fully the modern notion that specific behaviors are controlled by particular areas of the human brain.
A. articulate B. derogate C. represent D. refute E. iterate
92. Designed as a gathering place, the new student lounge was appropriately ______ with tables, chairs, and even sofas where groups could assemble comfortably.
A. indicated B. appointed C. denuded D. conflated E. venerated
93. Named in honor of the school’s founder, the Richard Brownstone Community Service Fellowship is one of the highest awards ______ Brownstone School graduated.
A. conscripted to B. redeemed for C. conferred on D. relegated to E. deprived of