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Practice Reading: Fill in the Blanks (Dropdown) ID: #48196 Regular Exercise 2
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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.
Regular  exercise  is  associated  with  a  lower  risk  of  developing  certain  cancers,  including    of  the  head,  neck,  and  lungs.  The  benefits  of  exercise  extend  even  to  those  who  have  been    with  cancer,  as  they  tend  to  live  longer  than  those  who  don’t  exercise.  The  risk  reduction  is  particularly  significant  for  head  and  neck,  breast,  and  lung  cancers.  Interestingly,  the  impact  of  exercise  on  cancer  risk    to  be  dose-dependent,  with  more  exercise  leading  to  a  greater  reduction  in  risk.  These  findings,  while  based  on  observational  data,  paint  a  nuanced  picture  of  the  relationship  between  exercise  and  cancer.  Despite  the  inability  to  establish  a  cause-and-effect  relationship,  the  data  suggests  that  regular  exercise  could  potentially  stave  off  cancer.  Furthermore,  individuals  who  exercise  regularly  and  later  develop  cancer  are  still  less  likely  to  die  of  any  cause,  indicating  a    benefit.  These  insights  provide  ample    to  maintain  an  exercise  habit  for  its  potential  cancer-preventive  effects.  

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Correct answer: those

Explanation: The word 'those' is used to refer to specific items previously mentioned, in this case, types of cancers. It fits grammatically as a demonstrative pronoun that indicates a particular group, aligning with the context of discussing cancers of the head, neck, and lungs.

Meaning: 'Those' refers to specific items or people that have been previously mentioned or are known to the speaker and listener.

Wrong options:

  • whose: 'Whose' is a possessive pronoun and does not fit the context of identifying types of cancers.
  • which: 'Which' is a relative pronoun used to introduce a clause but does not serve to specify the cancers in this context.
  • them: 'Them' is an object pronoun and does not grammatically or contextually fit as it does not specify the cancers.
Correct answer: diagnosed

Explanation: The word 'diagnosed' is the correct choice as it refers to individuals who have been identified as having cancer. It fits grammatically in the past participle form, indicating a completed action relevant to the subject of the sentence.

Meaning: 'Diagnosed' means having been identified with a particular disease or condition, in this case, cancer.

Wrong options:

  • claimed: 'Claimed' implies a statement or assertion that may not be verified, which does not fit the medical context of identifying cancer.
  • exposed: 'Exposed' refers to being subjected to something harmful, which does not accurately describe individuals with cancer.
  • confronted: 'Confronted' suggests facing a challenge or difficulty, which is not the appropriate term for someone who has been identified as having cancer.
Correct answer: appears

Explanation: The word 'appears' is suitable as it indicates a seeming or apparent condition, which aligns with the context of discussing findings that are not definitively proven. It fits grammatically as a verb in the present tense, suggesting an ongoing observation.

Meaning: 'Appears' means to seem or to give the impression of being something, in this case, suggesting a relationship between exercise and cancer risk.

Wrong options:

  • demands: 'Demands' implies a requirement or necessity, which does not fit the context of suggesting a relationship.
  • permits: 'Permits' indicates allowance or permission, which does not align with the context of discussing findings or observations.
  • suggests: 'Suggests' is close but does not convey the same level of apparent certainty as 'appears' in this context.
Correct answer: longevity

Explanation: The word 'longevity' is appropriate as it refers to a long duration of life, which fits the context of discussing health benefits related to exercise. It is a noun that aligns with the overall theme of health and survival.

Meaning: 'Longevity' means a long life or existence, particularly in the context of health and well-being.

Wrong options:

  • conformity: 'Conformity' refers to compliance with standards or norms, which does not relate to health benefits.
  • margin: 'Margin' typically refers to a boundary or edge, which does not fit the context of health benefits.
  • terminal: 'Terminal' refers to an end or limit, often used in a negative context regarding life expectancy, which contradicts the positive implications of health benefits.
Correct answer: incentive

Explanation: The word 'incentive' is fitting as it refers to a motivation or encouragement to act, which aligns with the context of promoting exercise for health benefits. It is a noun that conveys the idea of a reason to maintain an exercise habit.

Meaning: 'Incentive' means something that motivates or encourages someone to do something, in this case, to maintain an exercise routine.

Wrong options:

  • status: 'Status' refers to a social or professional position, which does not relate to motivation for exercise.
  • policy: 'Policy' refers to a course of action adopted by an organization, which does not fit the personal context of maintaining an exercise habit.
  • pursuit: 'Pursuit' implies the act of chasing or striving for something, which does not convey the same motivational aspect as 'incentive.'

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