Question

Fill in the blank with the most suitable option:

Eastlake is a colorful and ________ commentator, equally at home in high art, folk rock, theology, and economics.

• A. Obtuse
• B. Austere
• C. Insipid
• D. Versatile

Answer 1

The correct option is D Versatile

Option A: 'Obtuse' means 'annoyingly insensitive and slow to understand'.
Option B: 'Austere' means 'severe or strict in manner and attitude'.
Option C: 'Insipid' means 'lacking any interest'.
Option D: 'Versatile means 'adaptable'; as a person it refers to someone who is at home (meaning very comfortable and easy-going).
From these words, 'versatile' is the most suitable one as it completes the meaning of the sentence: Eastlake is a colourful and versatile commentator, who seems very comfortable while commenting on all topics, including high art, theology, economics.
Hence option D is correct.
The other words do not complete the sentence in meaning. Hence A, B, C are incorrect.