The young critic was so _ the new novel that she _ it at length in her column.
Correct answer: E. Enthusiastic about... rhapsodized
- A. Adoring of ... criticized
- B. Apathetic toward ... raved about
- C. Bored by... lauded
- D. Exuberant about ... savaged
- E. Enthusiastic about... rhapsodized
Explanation
The sentence should read: "The young critic was so enthusiastic about the new novel that she rhapsodized it at length in her column."Here's why:- "Enthusiastic" means showing or feeling intense excitement or enthusiasm, which fits with the idea of writing a glowing review.- "Rhapsodized" means to express enthusiastic or exaggerated praise, which fits with the idea of writing a lengthy and glowing review.
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