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Practice Reading: Fill in the Blanks (Dropdown) ID: #36661 Active Listening
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Active  listening  is  a  communication  technique  that  has  been  around  for  many  years  and  that  has  been  used  successfully  in  all  types  of    —  not  just  business.  Parenting  classes,  marital  relationships,  public  schools,  counseling,  and  tutoring  are  just  some  of  the  areas  where  active  listening  is  a  valued  skill.  As  the  name  ,  the  focus  of  active  listening  as  a  tool  for  improving  communication  is  on  listening  rather  than  talking.  It  is  a  process  where  the  listener  sets  aside  his  own  thoughts  to  concentrate  more  clearly  what  the  speaker  is  actually  saying  instead  of  what  the  listener  thinks  the  speaker  is  saying.  It  takes  practice  to    the  basic  techniques  of  active  listening,  and  you  will  probably  feel  awkward  applying  the  technique  in  the  beginning.  But  because  the  point  is  to  increase    by  decreasing  the  possibility  of  misunderstandings,  it  is  worth  a  little  discomfort.

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Correct answer: endeavour

Explanation: The word 'endeavour' fits grammatically as a noun that refers to an attempt or effort in various fields, aligning contextually with the sentence that discusses the application of active listening in different areas. It matches the plural context of 'types' and is appropriate in formal writing.

Meaning: 'Endeavour' means an effort or attempt to achieve something, often used in contexts involving work or projects.

Wrong options:

  • flavour: 'Flavour' refers to the taste or distinctive quality of something, which does not fit the context of types of activities or efforts.
  • favour: 'Favour' implies a kind act or support, which does not align with the context of various types of efforts or activities.
  • savour: 'Savour' relates to enjoying something, especially food, and does not fit the context of types of activities or efforts.
Correct answer: implies

Explanation: The word 'implies' is the correct choice as it indicates that the focus of active listening is suggested or indicated by its name, fitting grammatically and contextually within the sentence structure.

Meaning: 'Implies' means to suggest or indicate something indirectly, which is appropriate in the context of explaining the focus of active listening.

Wrong options:

  • complies: 'Complies' means to act in accordance with a wish or command, which does not fit the context of describing what active listening focuses on.
  • replies: 'Replies' refers to responding to something, which does not convey the intended meaning of suggesting a focus.
  • defies: 'Defies' means to openly resist or refuse, which contradicts the context of what active listening signifies.
Correct answer: master

Explanation: The word 'master' is the correct choice as it indicates the process of becoming highly skilled in the techniques of active listening, fitting grammatically and contextually within the sentence.

Meaning: 'Master' means to become proficient or skilled in a particular area, which is relevant to learning the techniques of active listening.

Wrong options:

  • explain: 'Explain' means to make something clear or understandable, which does not fit the context of acquiring skills in active listening techniques.
  • plaster: 'Plaster' refers to a material used for covering surfaces or a verb meaning to cover something, which is irrelevant in this context.
  • aster: 'Aster' is a type of flower and does not relate to the context of mastering techniques.
Correct answer: effectiveness

Explanation: The word 'effectiveness' is the correct choice as it refers to the degree to which something is successful in producing a desired result, fitting grammatically and contextually within the sentence discussing the goal of active listening.

Meaning: 'Effectiveness' means the quality of being successful in producing a desired or intended result, which is the aim of active listening.

Wrong options:

  • activeness: 'Activeness' refers to the state of being active, which does not align with the context of improving communication outcomes.
  • restiveness: 'Restiveness' means being unable to remain still or silent, which is not relevant to the context of communication effectiveness.
  • festiveness: 'Festiveness' relates to a joyful or celebratory atmosphere, which does not fit the context of improving communication.

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