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Practice Reading: Fill in the Blanks (Dropdown) ID: #38258 Alcohol 2
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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.
Alcohol    has    certain    physiological    on    the    body.    It    acts    specifically    on    the    central    nervous    system.    In    excess    it    habit-forming.    This    leads    to    a    condition    called    alcoholism.    Organs    the    brain,    the    liver,        and    the    kidneys    may    be    damaged    by    excessive    in    alcohol.    Mental    impairment    may    also    result.    Several    private    organizations    are    dedicated    influencing    lawmakers    that    would    ban    the    manufacture    and    sale    of    alcoholic    beverages.

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Correct answer: effects

Explanation: The word 'effects' is a noun that refers to the changes or results caused by alcohol on the body, fitting grammatically as it serves as the subject of the sentence. It aligns contextually with the physiological implications of alcohol, making it the correct choice.

Meaning: 'Effects' means the changes or results that occur due to a particular cause, in this case, the impact of alcohol on the body.

Wrong options:

  • causes: 'Causes' refers to reasons for something happening, which does not fit the context of describing the results of alcohol's impact.
  • affects: 'Affects' is a verb meaning to influence, which does not fit grammatically as a noun is needed in this context.
  • power: 'Power' refers to the ability or capacity to do something, which does not relate to the physiological changes caused by alcohol.
Correct answer: may become

Explanation: The phrase 'may become' indicates a possibility, which is appropriate in this context as it suggests that excessive alcohol use has the potential to lead to habit formation. This fits grammatically as a modal verb phrase expressing uncertainty.

Meaning: 'May become' means there is a possibility that something will happen, in this case, that alcohol use could lead to habit formation.

Wrong options:

  • should become: 'Should become' implies obligation or recommendation, which does not fit the context of potential outcomes.
  • must become: 'Must become' indicates necessity, which is too strong for the context of describing a possible outcome.
  • had become: 'Had become' is a past perfect tense that does not fit the future possibility being discussed.
Correct answer: such as

Explanation: The phrase 'such as' is used to introduce examples, making it grammatically and contextually appropriate for listing organs affected by alcohol. It connects the examples directly to the preceding statement about damage.

Meaning: 'Such as' means 'for example,' and is used to introduce specific instances that illustrate a broader category.

Wrong options:

  • just as: 'Just as' is used for comparisons, which does not fit the context of providing examples.
  • for example: 'For example' is similar but does not fit grammatically as it would require a different sentence structure.
  • in addition: 'In addition' suggests adding information rather than providing specific examples, which is not the intent here.
Correct answer: indulgence

Explanation: The word 'indulgence' refers to the act of allowing oneself to enjoy something, which fits grammatically as a noun that describes the excessive consumption of alcohol. It aligns contextually with the idea of overconsumption leading to damage.

Meaning: 'Indulgence' means the act of allowing oneself to enjoy something, often excessively, in this case, alcohol.

Wrong options:

  • inculsion: 'Inculsion' is not a standard English word and does not fit the context or meaning required here.
  • habit: 'Habit' refers to a regular practice but does not convey the idea of excessive consumption as effectively as 'indulgence.'
  • concern: 'Concern' refers to worry or interest, which does not relate to the act of consuming alcohol.
Correct answer: from

Explanation: The word 'from' indicates the source or origin of the influence, fitting grammatically and contextually as it describes the organizations' role in influencing lawmakers. It connects the organizations to their purpose effectively.

Meaning: 'From' indicates the source or origin of something, in this case, the organizations that are influencing lawmakers.

Wrong options:

  • of: 'Of' indicates possession or belonging, which does not convey the intended meaning of influence in this context.
  • over: 'Over' suggests control or dominance, which does not fit the context of influencing lawmakers.
  • into: 'Into' implies movement or transformation, which does not accurately describe the relationship between organizations and lawmakers.

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