Lucian of Samosata (modern-day Turkey) was a second-century satirist who mostly published critiques of philosophers of the time. His work True History, however, is _____: featuring tropes that are hallmarks of present-day science fiction (e.g., space travel, interplanetary conflict), it is regarded by some scholars as the earliest known work in the genre.
Which choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase?
Explanation
Context: Lucian's True History features "tropes that are hallmarks of science fiction." His work is [blank]—ahead of its time.
Answer: D) visionary
Why? Ahead of time = forward-thinking. Visionary = showing foresight.
Traps:
- A) authorized → means approved, irrelevant
- B) applicable → means relevant, different
- C) sarcastic → means mocking, different