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Practice Reading: Fill in the Blanks (Dropdown) ID: #39401 Contemporary art
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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.
Contemporary    art    plays    on    the    emotions    and    feelings    of    the    mind.    It    can    send    powerful    messages,    highlighting    political,    social    or    environmental    issues.    It    can    also    lead    to    reactions,    including    outrage    from    those    who    like    to    be    shocked.    It    is    available    to    everybody.    Admission    to    contemporary    art    museums    is    usually    free,    whereas    viewing    traditional    art    often    going    to    expensive    art    galleries    to    see    the    exhibits.    Major    museums    may    contain    thousands    of    works,    and    although    inevitably    some    will    not    be    to    everyone's    ,    many    will    be    quite    fascinating.    They    may    even    inspire      the    visitor    to    create    their    own    pieces;    if    not    for    display    in    a    museum,    then    as    a    form    of    street    art    -    which    is    a    wonderful    way    for    young    people    to    their    feelings    and    ideas.    In    fact,    creating    works    of    contemporary    art    can    be    therapeutic,    often    proving    highly    effective    in    helping    people    recover    from    emotional    or    psychological    problems.    

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Correct answer: strong

Explanation: The word 'strong' fits grammatically as it describes the intensity of reactions, aligning with the context of powerful emotional responses. It is an adjective that appropriately modifies 'reactions' in this context, indicating a significant level of impact.

Meaning: 'Strong' means having a lot of power or intensity, particularly in the context of emotions or reactions.

Wrong options:

  • hard: 'Hard' typically refers to physical solidity or difficulty, which does not convey the emotional intensity required here.
  • high: 'High' usually describes elevation or degree but does not effectively convey the emotional weight of reactions in this context.
  • deep: 'Deep' can refer to profoundness but is more commonly associated with physical depth or complexity, making it less suitable for describing reactions.
Correct answer: means

Explanation: The word 'means' is used here to indicate that viewing traditional art requires a certain action, fitting grammatically as it serves as a verb that connects the subject to the necessity of going to galleries. It logically conveys the idea of necessity in the context of the sentence.

Meaning: 'Means' refers to the method or way of doing something, indicating that one must go to galleries to view traditional art.

Wrong options:

  • obliges: 'Obliges' implies a sense of duty or compulsion, which does not fit the context of simply stating what is required to view art.
  • forces: 'Forces' suggests coercion, which is too strong a term for the context of visiting galleries for art viewing.
  • makes: 'Makes' is too vague and does not convey the specific sense of necessity that 'means' provides in this context.
Correct answer: taste

Explanation: The word 'taste' fits grammatically as a noun that refers to personal preference, aligning with the context of art appreciation. It is commonly used to describe what someone enjoys or prefers in art, making it the most suitable choice.

Meaning: 'Taste' refers to an individual's preference or liking, particularly in the context of art or aesthetics.

Wrong options:

  • fancy: 'Fancy' is more informal and typically refers to a liking or desire, but it does not fit as a noun in the context of art preferences.
  • apetite: 'Apetite' is a misspelling of 'appetite,' which refers to a desire for food rather than a preference for art, making it irrelevant here.
  • flavour: 'Flavour' relates to taste in food and does not apply to personal preferences in art, making it contextually inappropriate.
Correct answer: express

Explanation: The word 'express' fits grammatically as a verb that indicates the action of conveying feelings and ideas. It aligns perfectly with the context of street art as a medium for communication, making it the most appropriate choice.

Meaning: 'Express' means to convey or communicate thoughts, feelings, or ideas, particularly through creative means like art.

Wrong options:

  • inform: 'Inform' implies providing information, which does not capture the emotional and personal aspect of conveying feelings through art.
  • comment: 'Comment' suggests making a statement or observation, which is less about personal expression and more about commentary, making it less suitable here.
  • account: 'Account' typically refers to a narrative or report, which does not align with the idea of conveying personal feelings and ideas through art.

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