11.
Circle.
The clue “in turn” suggests that the event occurs continuously,
making “circle” the best answer choice in this sentence. Incorrect answers
“irony” and “comedy” add an idea—humor—that was not indicated by the
sentence. Finally, “serendipity” and “vicissitude” are somewhat antonyms of
one another with the first being a happy occurrence and the second being an
unhappy one. However, the sentence does not suggest that the accusing done
by each generation is anything other than matter-of-fact.
12.
Abreast of.
The word “although” indicates that what the professor is
doing is unusual or not required of a retired person. “Takes pains” also
indicates that what she is doing is difficult. To keep “abreast of ” a topic is to
remain current and is therefore the correct answer. “Akimbo” means in a
hands-on-hips stance, which would probably be a pain but isn’t something the
professor could do “to the latest developments in her field.” “Obtuse” (slow-
witted) does not fit the desired meaning. There’s no reason to believe that the
professor is “subservient to” the developments in her field. And finally,
“askance” means with a look of disapproval, which also doesn’t fit in this
sentence.
13.
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