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Practice Reading: Fill in the Blanks (Dropdown) ID: #45232 Dag Hammarskjold Library
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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.
The  Dag  Hammarskjold  Library  at  United  Nations  Headquarters  in  New  York  is  a  library  designated  to  facilitate  the  work  of  the  United  Nations  and    mainly  on  the  needs  of  the  UN  Secretariat  and  diplomatic  missions.  Anyone  with  a  valid  United  Nations  Headquarters  grounds  ,  including  specialized  agencies,  accredited  media  and  NGO  staff,  is  able  to  visit  the  library.  Due  to    constraints  in  place  at  the  United  Nations  Headquarters  complex,  the  library  is  not  open  to  the  general  .

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Correct answer: focuses

Explanation: The verb 'focuses' is in the present tense and correctly aligns with the subject 'library,' indicating its primary function. It fits grammatically as it describes what the library does, which is to concentrate on the needs of the UN Secretariat and diplomatic missions.

Meaning: 'Focuses' means to concentrate attention or effort on something specific, in this case, the needs of the UN.

Wrong options:

  • falls: The verb 'falls' does not convey the intended meaning of concentrating on needs and is grammatically incorrect in this context as it suggests a physical action rather than a function.
  • depends: The verb 'depends' implies a conditional relationship, which does not fit the context of describing the library's primary function.
  • pelts: The verb 'pelts' refers to throwing or striking, which is completely unrelated to the context of a library's purpose.
Correct answer: pass

Explanation: The noun 'pass' fits grammatically as it refers to an authorization needed to enter the library. It is the correct term that aligns with the context of access to the United Nations Headquarters.

Meaning: 'Pass' refers to a document or card that allows someone to enter a restricted area, in this case, the UN Headquarters.

Wrong options:

  • cover: The noun 'cover' does not relate to access and implies protection or concealment, making it contextually irrelevant here.
  • deposit: The noun 'deposit' refers to placing something down or a sum of money, which does not fit the context of entry authorization.
  • brochure: The noun 'brochure' refers to a pamphlet or informational booklet, which is unrelated to the concept of access to the library.
Correct answer: security

Explanation: The noun 'security' fits contextually and grammatically as it refers to the measures in place that restrict access. It is the appropriate term that describes the constraints affecting the library's accessibility.

Meaning: 'Security' refers to the measures taken to ensure safety and protection, particularly in a sensitive environment like the UN Headquarters.

Wrong options:

  • economic: The noun 'economic' relates to the economy and does not pertain to access restrictions, making it contextually irrelevant.
  • scale: The noun 'scale' refers to size or extent, which does not apply to the context of constraints on access to the library.
  • health: The noun 'health' pertains to well-being and does not relate to the context of security measures affecting access.
Correct answer: public

Explanation: The noun 'public' fits grammatically and contextually as it refers to the general population. It correctly indicates who is not allowed access to the library, aligning with the previous context of security constraints.

Meaning: 'Public' refers to the general community or population, indicating that the library is not open to everyone.

Wrong options:

  • view: The noun 'view' refers to sight or perspective, which does not fit the context of access restrictions to the library.
  • aim: The noun 'aim' refers to a goal or purpose, which is unrelated to the concept of access to the library.
  • category: The noun 'category' refers to a classification, which does not apply to the context of who can access the library.

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