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Difficulty: MediumTone Consistency

Acoustics experts studying the ancient theater of Epidaurus have long marveled at its extraordinary sound design. Even from the back row of the massive stone structure, spectators can clearly hear a whisper from the stage. While early theories attributed this phenomenon to local wind patterns, recent research indicates that the limestone seats play a critical role, filtering out low-frequency background noise while cranking up the high-frequency voices of the performers.

Which choice best maintains the established tone of the passage?

  1. A
    NO CHANGE
  2. amplifying the high-frequency voices of the performersAnswer
  3. C
    rendering far more effulgent the high-frequency voices of the performers
  4. D
    amplifying the high-frequency voices at the performers

Answer

amplifying the high-frequency voices of the performers
The choice that states 'amplifying the high-frequency voices of the performers' is correct because it uses the clear, objective, and academic verb 'amplifying' and the correct preposition 'of'. This language fits perfectly with the scientific, professional tone established by the surrounding sentences.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Analyze the surrounding text to determine the established tone of the passage.
The passage uses formal, scientific, and academic vocabulary (such as 'acoustics experts,' 'marveled,' 'phenomenon,' and 'filtering out'), establishing a professional and objective tone.
Identifying the author's tone is necessary to ensure the underlined portion maintains style and tone consistency.
2
Evaluate the choices to find the one that fits this academic tone and uses correct grammar.
The phrasing 'amplifying the high-frequency voices of the performers' is clear, precise, and grammatically correct, matching the rest of the text.
This choice maintains tone consistency without being overly informal, overly pretentious, or grammatically incorrect.

Key Concept

Tone Consistency
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Tone Consistency

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