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Practice Reading: Fill in the Blanks (Dropdown) ID: #45864 Richard Morris
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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.
Richard  Morris,  of  the  school  of  accounting  at  the  University  of  NSW,  which  requires  an  entrance  score  in  the  top  5  percent  of  students,  says  attendance  has  been  a  problem  since  the  late  1990s.  "Sometimes  in  the  lectures  we’ve  only  got  about  one-third  of  students    attending,"  he  said.  "It  definitely  is  a  problem.  If  you  dont  turn  up  to  class  you're  missing  out  on  the  whole    of  the  experience:  you  don't  think  a  you  don't    in  debates  with  other  students  -or  with  your  teachers."  It  is  not  all  gloom,  said  Professor  John  Daren,  a  Province-Chancellor  at  the  University  of  Canberra,  who  said  the  Internet  was    the  way  students  access  and  use  information.  "It  is  strange  that  despite  all  the  evidence  as  to  their  ineffectiveness,  traditional  lectures  seem  to  persist  in  our  universities."

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Correct answer: enrolled

Explanation: The word 'enrolled' fits grammatically as it is the past participle form of the verb 'enroll,' which is appropriate here to indicate students who have registered for the course. It aligns with the context of attendance, as it refers to those who are officially part of the class.

Meaning: 'Enrolled' means that students have officially registered or signed up to participate in the course.

Wrong options:

  • applied: 'Applied' refers to the act of submitting an application, which does not relate to attendance in the context of students being present in lectures.
  • declared: 'Declared' typically refers to formally stating a major or field of study, which does not pertain to attendance in lectures.
  • appeared: 'Appeared' suggests being present but lacks the specificity of being officially registered for the course, making it less suitable in this context.
Correct answer: richness

Explanation: The word 'richness' is contextually appropriate as it conveys the depth and variety of experiences available in the class. It fits grammatically as a noun that complements the phrase 'the whole ___ of the experience.'

Meaning: 'Richness' refers to the quality of being full of variety and interesting experiences, emphasizing the value of attending lectures.

Wrong options:

  • variety: 'Variety' implies a range of different things but does not capture the depth of experience as effectively as 'richness.'
  • enrichment: 'Enrichment' suggests improvement or enhancement but is less commonly used in this context compared to 'richness.'
  • bunch: 'Bunch' is informal and does not convey the same depth of meaning as 'richness,' making it unsuitable in a formal academic context.
Correct answer: engage

Explanation: The word 'engage' fits grammatically as it is a verb that indicates participation in debates. It aligns with the context of interaction with peers and teachers, making it the most suitable choice.

Meaning: 'Engage' means to participate or become involved in discussions or activities, highlighting the importance of interaction in the learning process.

Wrong options:

  • apply: 'Apply' refers to putting something into practice, which does not fit the context of participating in debates.
  • interested: 'Interested' is an adjective that describes a state of curiosity but does not function as a verb in this context, making it grammatically incorrect.
  • satisfy: 'Satisfy' implies meeting a need or desire, which does not relate to the act of participating in debates.
Correct answer: transforming

Explanation: The word 'transforming' is appropriate as it is a present participle that indicates an ongoing change in how students access and use information. It fits grammatically and contextually, emphasizing the impact of the Internet.

Meaning: 'Transforming' means changing something significantly, highlighting the Internet's role in altering educational access and methods.

Wrong options:

  • exploring: 'Exploring' suggests investigation or examination, which does not convey the same sense of change as 'transforming.'
  • defining: 'Defining' implies establishing the meaning of something, which does not fit the context of change in access and usage of information.
  • choosing: 'Choosing' refers to making a selection, which does not relate to the ongoing change in how information is accessed.

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