Question

this semester, with some trepidation, i decided to take a class on shakespeares tragedies. i appreciate that ms. robertson establishes clear expectations for students: the course requirements are rigorous but fair. on the first day of class, she handed out a detailed syllabus listing all the required readings, in - class projects, homework assignments, and tests. the course is definitely challenging, but in a good way, and ms. robertson is always very supportive and encouraging.
select the two words that are most similar in meaning to rigorous as it is used in the passage.

1. demanding
2. harsh
3. rigid
4. severe
5. thorough

Explanation:

• "Rigorous" in the context means strict and thorough.
• "Demanding" implies requiring a lot of effort or attention, which is similar to "rigorous".
• "Thorough" means complete with regard to every detail, also in line with the meaning of "rigorous".
• "Harsh" means severe or cruel, which is not the same as "rigorous".
• "Rigid" means stiff or inflexible, not the same as "rigorous".
• "Severe" means very great in amount or degree, but it doesn't convey the sense of thoroughness like "rigorous".

Answer:

1. demanding
2. thorough