The much-loved poet's words could （） be heard above the sound of thunderous applause.

单项选择题Our CEO's flamboyant style has its （）, but our profitability is more than satisfying to our shareholders.

A.critics
B.critical
C.criticize
D.criticizing

单项选择题Our Design Department has recently purchased the most （） software available, with the aim of greatly increasing our design capabilities.

A.sophisticate
B.sophisticating
C.sophisticated
D.sophistication