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Practice Reading: Fill in the Blanks (Dropdown) ID: #31504 October Prediction Questions
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Below is a text with blanks. Click on each blank, a list of choices will appear. Select the appropriate choice for each blank.
You  have  about  30  minutes  to  answer  each  question.  You  must  take    of  how  many  marks  are    for  each  part  when  you  answer  it.  Even  if  you  think  you  can  write  more,  don't  spend  15  minutes    a  part  worth  only  five  marks.  Leave  space  at  the  end  of  your  answer  and  come  back  to  it  if  you  have    to    later.  And  if  you  can't  think  of  an  answer  to  some  part,  leave  a  space  and  move  on  to  the  next  part.  Don't  write  about  something  else  if  you  don't  know  the  correct  answer  --  this  is  just  a  waste  of  your    time  (and  the  examiner's).

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Correct answer: account

Explanation: The word 'account' fits grammatically as it is a verb that means to consider or take into account. In this context, it aligns with the requirement to consider the number of marks available, making it contextually appropriate.

Meaning: 'Account' means to take into consideration or to regard something as important.

Wrong options:

  • engage: The verb 'engage' means to participate or become involved, which does not fit the context of considering marks.
  • restore: The verb 'restore' means to bring back or return something to a previous state, which is irrelevant in this context.
  • include: The verb 'include' means to contain as part of a whole, but it does not convey the idea of considering or accounting for marks.
Correct answer: available

Explanation: The word 'available' is an adjective that describes something that can be used or obtained. It fits grammatically and contextually as it refers to the marks that can be counted for each part.

Meaning: 'Available' means that something is ready for use or accessible.

Wrong options:

  • counted: The verb 'counted' implies an action that has already taken place, which does not fit the context of marks being present for consideration.
  • stayed: The verb 'stayed' means to remain in a place, which is not relevant to the context of marks in an exam setting.
  • served: The verb 'served' means to provide or deliver, which does not appropriately describe the status of marks.
Correct answer: answering

Explanation: The word 'answering' is a gerund that fits grammatically as it describes the action of responding to a question. It is contextually appropriate as it refers to the act of providing an answer during the exam.

Meaning: 'Answering' means the act of responding to a question or query.

Wrong options:

  • regretting: The verb 'regretting' means to feel sad or disappointed about something, which does not fit the context of exam responses.
  • sparing: The verb 'sparing' means to use something carefully or not to waste, which does not align with the action of answering questions.
  • telling: The verb 'telling' means to inform or narrate, which is not relevant to the context of answering exam questions.
Correct answer: time

Explanation: The word 'time' is a noun that fits grammatically and contextually as it refers to the duration available for completing the exam. It is appropriate in the context of having additional time to revisit answers.

Meaning: 'Time' refers to the measurable period during which actions or events occur.

Wrong options:

  • crime: The noun 'crime' refers to an illegal act, which is irrelevant in the context of exam timing.
  • day: The noun 'day' refers to a 24-hour period, which does not specifically relate to the context of having extra time during the exam.
  • year: The noun 'year' refers to a period of 365 days, which is too long a timeframe to be relevant in the context of exam timing.
Correct answer: spare

Explanation: The word 'spare' is a verb that fits grammatically as it means to save or set aside time. It is contextually appropriate as it refers to the action of reserving time for later use.

Meaning: 'Spare' means to save or keep something for future use.

Wrong options:

  • get: The verb 'get' means to obtain or acquire, which does not fit the context of saving time.
  • stay: The verb 'stay' means to remain in a place, which is not relevant to the context of managing time during an exam.
  • trace: The verb 'trace' means to follow or outline, which does not apply to the context of saving time.
Correct answer: valuable

Explanation: The word 'valuable' is an adjective that fits grammatically and contextually as it describes something that is worth a lot or important. It is appropriate in the context of time being precious during an exam.

Meaning: 'Valuable' means having worth or importance.

Wrong options:

  • existing: The adjective 'existing' refers to something that is present or currently in existence, which does not convey the importance of time in this context.
  • seperable: The adjective 'seperable' (spelled 'separable') means capable of being separated, which is irrelevant to the context of time management.
  • relatable: The adjective 'relatable' means something that can be related to or understood, which does not fit the context of the importance of time.

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