Choose the word or set of words that, when inserted in the sentence, best fits the meaning of the sentence as a whole.

She was known as a kind but ------- teacher, ready with praise for a student’s efforts but retaining high expectations.

A. patient
B. engaging
C. exacting
D. didactic
E. persistent

Correct Answer: C

Here's Why:

Choice (C) is correct. If this term were inserted into the sentence, the sentence would read She was known as a kind but exacting teacher, ready with praise for a student’s effort but retaining high expectations. Exacting means rigorous or demanding, which would fit with the teacher’s reputation as someone who, while kind, has high expectations.

Question Type: Sentence Completions