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Practice Reading: Fill in the Blanks (Dropdown) ID: #34224 Kleptomania
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Kleptomania  is  a  behavioral  and  to  some    mental  disorder  in  which  the  person  has  an  excessive  desire  to  steal  something  even  if  the  thing  is  not  at  all  needed  by  him.  It  doesn’t  end  here,  rather  while  doing  it  the  person  feels  relieved  and  stress-free  but  later  feels  a  strong    of  fear  of  getting  caught  and  remorse  to  have    the  action.  Such  is  the  vicious  cycle  of  this  socially  embarrassing  disorder.  Episodes  of  kleptomania  happen  without  any  planning  and  there  is  no  personal  gain  involved.  The  articles  stolen  may  later  be  placed  back  or  given  to  someone  else.  So,  it’s  not  out  of  need  or    that  a  person  performs  kleptomania.  It’s  a  disorder  that  needs  proper  medical  attention.  If  someone  is  facing  this  compulsive  stealing  disorder  then  rather  than    it  and  living  in  the  fear  of  getting  caught,  it’s  better  to  discuss  it  with  family  and  seek  a  solution  without  being  defensive.

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Correct answer: extent

Explanation: The word 'extent' fits grammatically as it refers to the degree or level of something, which aligns with the context of describing kleptomania as a behavioral and mental disorder. It indicates the severity of the disorder, making it contextually appropriate.

Meaning: 'Extent' means the degree to which something is or the range of something, in this case, referring to the severity of the mental disorder.

Wrong options:

  • connect: 'Connect' implies a relationship or link, which does not fit the context of describing the nature of a disorder.
  • react: 'React' suggests a response to a stimulus, which is not relevant in describing the characteristics of kleptomania as a disorder.
  • impact: 'Impact' refers to the effect or influence of something, but it does not convey the degree or severity needed in this context.
Correct answer: sense

Explanation: The word 'sense' is appropriate here as it refers to a feeling or perception, which fits well with the context of experiencing fear and remorse after stealing. It aligns grammatically and contextually with the emotional response described.

Meaning: 'Sense' means a feeling or perception that one has about something, in this case, the feeling of fear and remorse after the act of stealing.

Wrong options:

  • intact: 'Intact' means undamaged or unbroken, which does not relate to the emotional experience of fear or remorse.
  • peace: 'Peace' implies a state of tranquility, which contradicts the feelings of fear and remorse described in the context.
  • direct: 'Direct' refers to something straightforward or immediate, which does not fit the emotional context of feeling fear.
Correct answer: performed

Explanation: The word 'performed' is grammatically correct as it refers to carrying out an action, which fits the context of the person having committed the act of stealing. It aligns with the structure of the sentence and the overall meaning.

Meaning: 'Performed' means to carry out or execute an action, in this case, the act of stealing associated with kleptomania.

Wrong options:

  • acted: 'Acted' implies taking action but does not specifically convey the completion of an action as 'performed' does in this context.
  • engrossed: 'Engrossed' means to be completely absorbed or involved, which does not accurately describe the act of stealing in this context.
  • amplified: 'Amplified' means to increase in volume or intensity, which is unrelated to the act of committing theft.
Correct answer: greed

Explanation: The word 'greed' fits contextually as it refers to an excessive desire for more than is needed, which aligns with the idea of stealing. It is grammatically correct and logically fits the context of kleptomania not being driven by need or greed.

Meaning: 'Greed' means an intense and selfish desire for something, especially wealth or power, which in this context refers to the motivation behind stealing.

Wrong options:

  • hunger: 'Hunger' refers to a physical need for food, which does not apply to the psychological disorder being described.
  • solved: 'Solved' means to find an answer to a problem, which is irrelevant in the context of motivations for stealing.
  • suspected: 'Suspected' implies doubt or belief about something, which does not fit the context of motivations for kleptomania.
Correct answer: hiding

Explanation: The word 'hiding' is appropriate as it refers to concealing something, which fits the context of someone trying to keep their disorder secret. It aligns grammatically and contextually with the advice given in the sentence.

Meaning: 'Hiding' means to keep something out of sight or to conceal it, in this case, the disorder of kleptomania.

Wrong options:

  • telling: 'Telling' implies communicating information, which does not fit the context of concealing the disorder.
  • stating: 'Stating' means to express something clearly, which does not align with the idea of concealing one's actions or feelings.
  • setting: 'Setting' refers to placing something in a particular position, which is unrelated to the context of discussing or concealing a disorder.

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