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Practice Reading: Fill in the Blanks (Dropdown) ID: #41191 Wellness
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This email is from a wellness coordinator to company employees, encouraging participation in an upcoming wellness program designed. Below is a text with blanks. Click on each blank, a list of choices will appear. Select the appropriate choice.
We  are  thrilled  to  announce  the  launch  of  our  new  Wellness  Program,  aimed  at  enhancing  your  overall  health  and  well-being.  Recognising  the  challenges  of  maintaining  a  healthy  lifestyle  in  a  busy  work  environment,  this  program  offers  various  activities  tailored  to  meet  your  needs.  To  maximise  benefits,  we  encourage  you  to    in  activities  such  as  yoga,  meditation,  and  fitness  workshops.  These  activities  are  designed  not  only  to  improve  physical  health  but  also  to    mental  well-being.  By  participating,  you  can    a  sense  of  community  among  colleagues  while  prioritising  your  health.  Please    to  the  email  with  your  preferred  activities  and  any  suggestions  you  might  have.  Together,  we  can  build  a  healthier,  more  vibrant  workplace.  

   

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Correct answer: engage

Explanation: The word 'engage' fits grammatically as it is a verb that indicates active participation, which is contextually appropriate for the sentence that encourages involvement in activities. It aligns with the overall positive sentiment of the Wellness Program.

Meaning: 'Engage' means to participate or become involved in something, in this case, the activities offered by the Wellness Program.

Wrong options:

  • neglect: 'Neglect' means to fail to care for something, which contradicts the encouragement to participate in activities.
  • overlook: 'Overlook' implies failing to notice something, which does not convey active participation as intended in this context.
  • avoid: 'Avoid' suggests steering clear of something, which is the opposite of what the sentence promotes.
Correct answer: bolster

Explanation: The word 'bolster' is appropriate as it means to support or strengthen, which fits well in the context of improving mental well-being. It maintains grammatical consistency and aligns with the positive tone of the sentence.

Meaning: 'Bolster' means to strengthen or support something, in this case, enhancing mental well-being through the activities.

Wrong options:

  • undermine: 'Undermine' means to weaken or damage, which is contrary to the goal of improving mental well-being.
  • depreciate: 'Depreciate' refers to reducing in value, which does not fit the context of enhancing mental health.
  • ignore: 'Ignore' means to pay no attention to something, which contradicts the intention of improving mental well-being.
Correct answer: foster

Explanation: The word 'foster' is suitable as it means to encourage or promote the development of something, which fits well in the context of building a sense of community. It is grammatically correct and contextually relevant.

Meaning: 'Foster' means to encourage or support the growth or development of something, in this case, a sense of community among colleagues.

Wrong options:

  • discourage: 'Discourage' means to dissuade or prevent, which is the opposite of promoting a sense of community.
  • disrupt: 'Disrupt' implies causing disorder or interruption, which does not align with the goal of creating a supportive community.
  • neglect: 'Neglect' means to fail to care for something, which contradicts the intention of nurturing a sense of community.
Correct answer: respond

Explanation: The word 'respond' is appropriate as it indicates taking action in reply to a request, fitting grammatically and contextually within the sentence that asks for feedback on preferred activities.

Meaning: 'Respond' means to reply or react to something, in this case, the email regarding preferred activities.

Wrong options:

  • delete: 'Delete' means to remove something, which does not fit the context of providing feedback or suggestions.
  • disregard: 'Disregard' means to ignore or pay no attention to something, which contradicts the request for a response.
  • overlook: 'Overlook' implies failing to notice something, which does not convey the action of replying as intended.

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