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主题：[The Official SAT Question of the Day™] December 21st Sunday

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Scientists have discovered that our sense of smell is surprisingly ------- , capable of distinguishing thousands of chemical odors.
A. rigid
B. inert
C. erratic
D. keen
E. innate

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楼主 Date: 2008-12-21 16:42:20

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Hint : The correct answer must be a word that fits the definition “capable of distinguishing thousands of chemical odors.”

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Correct Answer: D

Here's Why: One of the meanings of “keen” is “acutely sensitive.” Therefore, if our sense of smell is keen or acutely sensitive, it is capable of “distinguishing thousands of chemical odors.”
Difficulty: Easy
Question Type: Sentence Completions
(Critical Reading)

板凳 Date: 2008-12-21 16:43:30

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