From the list of words lettered A-D, choose the word that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word and that will, at the same time, fill in the gap correctly.

Here are the answers to the questions:

4. The underlined word is buxom, which means plump or full-figured. The sentence implies a transformation from a previous state to being buxom. Therefore, the word that fits the gap should be the opposite of buxom.

   • D) slim

5. The underlined word is obfuscated, which means made unclear or confusing. The phrase "rather than" indicates that the missing word should be the opposite of obfuscated.

   • B) clarified

6. The underlined word is conservative, which means holding to traditional values and cautious about change. The word "whereas" indicates a contrast, so the missing word should be the opposite of conservative.

   • A) radical