Question

the framers’ original intent, though now ____ within academic circles, still has considerable practical effect because it is ____ by many sitting judges.
propounded... accepted
dismissed... espoused
corroborated... refuted
disseminated... rejected

Explanation:

We analyze the context: the first blank and second blank should have contrasting or complementary meanings. "Dismissed" (rejected in academia) and "espoused" (supported by judges) creates a contrast where academic circles may reject the intent but judges support it, leading to practical effect. Other options: "propounded...accepted" lacks contrast; "corroborated...refuted" is illogical as corroborated would not lead to refuted for effect; "disseminated...rejected" would not lead to practical effect.

Answer:

B. dismissed... espoused