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Practice Reading: Fill in the Blanks (Dropdown) ID: #1233 Universal suffrage
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The  concept  of  universal  suffrage,  also  known  as  general  suffrage  or  common  suffrage,  consists  of  the  right  to  vote  of  all  except  a  small  number  of  adult  citizens.  As  minors  are  generally  excluded,  the  concept  is  frequently  described  as  universal  adult  suffrage.  Many  countries  make  an    for  small  numbers  of  adults  that  are  considered  mentally  incapable  of  voting.  Other  countries  also  exclude  people  convicted  of  serious  crimes  or  people  in  jail,  but  this  is  considered  a  violation  of  a  basic  human  right  in  an  increasing  number  of  countries.  In  some  countries,  including  the  United  States,  it  is  very  difficult  and    for  convicted  criminals  to  regain  this  right  even  after  having  served  their  jail  sentence,  but  U.S  voting  laws  are  not  national,  but  subject  to  federalism  so  some  states  have  more  lenient  voting  laws.  In  any  case,  where  universal  suffrage  exists,  the  right  to  vote  is  not    by  race,  sex,  belief,  wealth,  or  social  status.  Although  it  took  or  is  taking  a  long  time  in  many  countries  before  women  got  or  get  the  right  to  run  for  office  even  after  getting  the  right  to  vote,  there  are  still  no  commonly  used  clear  terms  to  differentiate  between  these  different  rights.  It  is  therefore  usually  best  to  avoid  the  little  known  and    terms  used  to  make  this  distinction  and  to  instead  clearly  say  whether  one  is  referring  to  only  men  or  also  women  having  only  the  right  to  vote  or  also  the  right  to  run  for  office.  It  is  important  to  be  careful  in  reading  and  using  the  term  universal  suffrage  because  it  historically  referred  to  only  all  adult  males  and  even  today  is  often  used  to  refer  to  historical  or    situations  in  which  women  had  or  have  the  right  to  vote  but  not  to  run  for  office.  

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Correct answer: exception

Explanation: The word 'exception' fits grammatically as it indicates a case that is excluded from a general rule, which aligns with the context of discussing individuals who are not allowed to vote. It is the correct noun form that matches the structure of the sentence, where a noun is required after 'make an'.

Meaning: An 'exception' refers to a person or thing that is excluded from a general statement or does not follow a rule.

Wrong options:

  • exemption: Exemption implies being freed from an obligation or rule, which does not fit the context of excluding certain individuals from voting rights.
  • extension: Extension refers to the act of increasing or prolonging something, which is unrelated to the concept of excluding individuals from voting.
  • accession: Accession means the act of joining or agreeing to something, which does not apply to the context of exclusion in voting.
Correct answer: expensive

Explanation: The word 'expensive' is appropriate here as it describes the high cost or difficulty associated with regaining voting rights, fitting both grammatically and contextually. It is an adjective that modifies the implied process of regaining rights, aligning with the overall sentiment of the sentence.

Meaning: 'Expensive' means costing a lot of money or resources, indicating that the process is burdensome for convicted criminals.

Wrong options:

  • invasive: Invasive suggests something that intrudes or disrupts, which does not accurately describe the process of regaining voting rights.
  • intensive: Intensive implies a high level of effort or focus, which does not fit the context of cost or difficulty in regaining rights.
  • extensive: Extensive refers to covering a large area or scope, which does not relate to the financial or procedural challenges faced.
Correct answer: restricted

Explanation: The word 'restricted' is suitable as it indicates that the right to vote is limited or controlled, which aligns with the context of discussing barriers to voting based on various factors. It fits grammatically as a past participle that describes the state of the right to vote.

Meaning: 'Restricted' means limited or confined, indicating that certain groups may not have full access to voting rights.

Wrong options:

  • respected: Respected implies admiration or regard, which does not fit the context of limitations on voting rights.
  • referred: Referred means to mention or allude to something, which does not convey the idea of limitation in this context.
  • retaliated: Retaliated means to respond to an action with a counteraction, which is unrelated to the concept of voting rights.
Correct answer: ambivalent

Explanation: The word 'ambivalent' is appropriate as it describes the uncertainty or mixed feelings about the terms used to differentiate voting rights, fitting the context of the sentence. It is an adjective that aligns with the overall tone of caution in using unclear terminology.

Meaning: 'Ambivalent' means having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something, indicating confusion regarding the terms used.

Wrong options:

  • ambitious: Ambitious refers to having a strong desire for success, which does not relate to the clarity of terms in voting rights.
  • aggressive: Aggressive implies a forceful or hostile approach, which is not relevant to the discussion of terminology in voting rights.
  • appropriate: Appropriate means suitable or proper, which does not convey the uncertainty implied in the context.
Correct answer: contemporary

Explanation: The word 'contemporary' fits well as it refers to current or modern situations, aligning with the context of discussing voting rights today. It is an adjective that describes the situations being referenced in the sentence.

Meaning: 'Contemporary' means belonging to the present time, indicating that the situations discussed are relevant to current voting rights.

Wrong options:

  • conditional: Conditional refers to something that depends on certain conditions, which does not fit the context of discussing voting rights directly.
  • continuing: Continuing implies ongoing action, which does not specifically address the nature of the situations being described.
  • customary: Customary means according to the customs or usual practices, which does not accurately reflect the modern context of voting rights.

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