There is nothing that (i) ___________ scientists more than having an old problem in their field solved by someone from outside. If you doubt this (ii) ___________, just think about the (iii) ___________ reaction of paleontologists to the hypothesis of Luis Alvarez—a physicist—and Walter Alvarez—a geologist—that the extinction of the dinosaurs was caused by the impact of a large meteor on the surface of the planet.

Blank (i)
A) amazes
B) pleases
C) nettles

Blank (ii)
D) exposition
E) objurgation
F) observation

Blank (iii)
G) contemptuous
H) indifferent
I) insincere

• i amazes
  ii observation
  iii indifferent
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• (i)amazes
  ii.observation
  iii.contemptuous
  
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• (i) -> nettles (meaning irritates)
  (ii) -> observation
  (iii) -> contemptuous (because the theory was not accepted and people were primarily cynical about it)
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• I) nettles (irritate or annoy (someone))
  II) exposition (a comprehensive description and explanation of an idea or theory)
  III) contemptuous ( feeling or showing open dislike for someone or something regarded as undeserving of respect or concern)
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