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Practice Reading: Fill in the Blanks (Dropdown) ID: #39437 Classical music
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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.
Having    listened    to    this    music    for    more    than    three    decades,    I    have    often    had    to    defend    my    devotion    to    classical    music    against    the    kind    of    people    who    have    a    very    practical    to    life.    I    have    to    admit    that    I    have    often    been    faced    with    legitimate    questions    and    arguments    that    made    me    reconsider    my    ideas.    Over    the    years,    I    have    been    lucky    enough    to    live    in    different    parts    of    the    world.    Because    of    this    I    have    come    to    the    that    I    belong    to    a    small    group    of    people    who    believe    in    artistic    principles    that    have    nothing    to    do    with    humanity's    desire    for    success    or    a    more    comfortable    lifestyle.    Quite    a    few    people      that    this    music    belongs    to    the    museum    and    is    of    influence  only    to    those    who    have    a    particular    reason    to    find    out    what    music    was    like    in    the    past.    In    some    places    I    have    visited,    people    simply    called    it    western    music    and    dismissed    any    possible    interest    for    anybody    outside    Europe.    

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Correct answer: attitude

Explanation: The word 'attitude' fits grammatically as it is a noun that describes a settled way of thinking or feeling about something, which aligns with the context of discussing a practical approach to life. It also matches the tone of the sentence, indicating a perspective rather than a method or means.

Meaning: 'Attitude' refers to a person's viewpoint or way of thinking about something, especially in relation to life and its challenges.

Wrong options:

  • method: The term 'method' implies a systematic way of doing something, which does not align with the context of personal beliefs or feelings about life.
  • means: 'Means' refers to a way of achieving something, which is too broad and does not capture the personal sentiment expressed in the sentence.
  • way: While 'way' could fit, it is too vague and does not convey the specific personal perspective that 'attitude' does.
Correct answer: conclusion

Explanation: The word 'conclusion' is appropriate as it indicates a judgment or decision reached after consideration, fitting the context of the speaker reflecting on their experiences and beliefs. It is a noun that aligns with the grammatical structure of the sentence.

Meaning: 'Conclusion' means a final decision or judgment reached after thinking about something, particularly after weighing evidence or experiences.

Wrong options:

  • assumption: 'Assumption' implies something taken for granted without proof, which does not fit the context of a well-considered belief.
  • decision: While 'decision' could fit, it suggests a choice made, rather than a reflective judgment based on experience, which 'conclusion' better captures.
  • deduction: 'Deduction' refers to reasoning from the general to the specific, which does not align with the personal reflection implied in the sentence.
Correct answer: disagree

Explanation: The word 'disagree' fits grammatically and contextually as it indicates a difference of opinion, which aligns with the sentiment of the sentence regarding differing views on classical music. It is a verb that matches the structure of the sentence.

Meaning: 'Disagree' means to have a different opinion or to not share the same belief as someone else, particularly in the context of discussing music.

Wrong options:

  • discuss: 'Discuss' implies talking about a topic, which does not convey the sentiment of holding a differing opinion as 'disagree' does.
  • differ: While 'differ' could fit, it is less direct than 'disagree' and does not clearly indicate a conflict of opinion.
  • argue: 'Argue' suggests a more confrontational stance, which is not necessarily implied in the context of simply holding a different opinion.
Correct answer: remote

Explanation: The word 'remote' fits grammatically and contextually as it describes places that are far away or isolated, aligning with the context of the sentence discussing locations where classical music is perceived differently. It is an adjective that matches the structure of the sentence.

Meaning: 'Remote' refers to places that are distant or isolated, often implying a lack of access to mainstream culture or ideas.

Wrong options:

  • far: 'Far' is an adverb that describes distance but does not function as an adjective to describe places, making it grammatically incorrect here.
  • apart: 'Apart' suggests separation but does not convey the idea of distance in the same way 'remote' does.
  • separate: 'Separate' implies being set apart but does not specifically indicate distance, making it less suitable in this context.

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