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Practice Reading: Fill in the Blanks (Dropdown) ID: #6346 Emerald
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Emerald  is  defined  by  its  green  color.  To  be  an  emerald,  a  specimen  must  have  a    green  color  that  falls  in  the  range  from  bluish  green  to  green  to  slightly  yellowish  green.  To  be  an  emerald,  the  specimen  must  also  have  a  rich  color.  Stones  with  weak  saturation  or  light  tone  should  be  called  “green  beryl.”  If  the  beryl’s  color  is  greenish  blue  then  it  is  an  “aquamarine.”    it  is  greenish  yellow  it  is  “heliodor.”  This  color    is  a  source  of  confusion.  Which  hue,  tone,  and  saturation  combinations  are  the  dividing  lines  between  “green  beryl”  and  “emerald”?  Professionals  in  the  gem  and  jewelry  trade  can  disagree  on  where  the  lines  should  be  .  Some  believe  that  the  name  “emerald”  should  be  used  when  chromium  is  the  cause  of  the  green  color,  and  that  stones  colored  by  vanadium  should  be  called  “green  beryl.”  Calling  a  gem  an  “emerald”  instead  of  a  “green  beryl”  can  have  a  significant    upon  its  price  and  marketability.  This  “color  ”  exists  within  the  United  States.  In  some  other  countries,  any  beryl  with  a  green  color  -  no  matter  how  faint  -  is  called  an  “emerald.”

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Correct answer: distinctly

Explanation: The word 'distinctly' fits grammatically as it describes the clarity and uniqueness of the green color required for a specimen to be classified as an emerald. It aligns with the context of defining specific characteristics of emeralds, emphasizing that the green color must be clearly identifiable.

Meaning: 'Distinctly' means clearly or obviously, indicating that the green color must be easily recognized and not ambiguous.

Wrong options:

  • fleeting: 'Fleeting' means temporary or short-lived, which contradicts the idea of a stable color characteristic for emeralds.
  • absurdly: 'Absurdly' implies something unreasonable or ridiculous, which does not apply to the context of color definition.
  • screaming: 'Screaming' is an informal term often used to describe something very bright or loud, but it does not accurately describe the required quality of the green color in a formal context.
Correct answer: If

Explanation: The word 'If' introduces a conditional clause, which is appropriate here as it sets up a scenario regarding the color of the beryl. This aligns with the grammatical structure of the sentence, indicating a condition that must be met.

Meaning: 'If' is used to introduce a condition, suggesting that the following statement depends on the truth of the preceding one.

Wrong options:

  • Even: 'Even' is used to emphasize something surprising or unexpected, which does not fit the conditional context needed here.
  • Rather: 'Rather' indicates preference or degree, which does not serve the purpose of introducing a conditional statement.
  • However: 'However' is a contrasting conjunction that does not appropriately introduce a conditional clause.
Correct answer: definition

Explanation: The word 'definition' fits grammatically as it serves as a noun that describes the concept being discussed. In this context, it refers to the explanation of color classifications, making it contextually relevant.

Meaning: 'Definition' refers to the meaning or explanation of a term, which in this case relates to the classification of colors in gemstones.

Wrong options:

  • work: 'Work' is a noun that refers to tasks or labor, which does not relate to the concept of explaining color classifications.
  • calling: 'Calling' refers to a profession or vocation, which is unrelated to the context of defining color characteristics.
  • terminologies: 'Terminologies' refers to the set of terms used in a particular field, but it does not fit as well as 'definition' in this specific context.
Correct answer: drawn

Explanation: The word 'drawn' is the correct choice as it is commonly used in the context of delineating or marking boundaries. It fits grammatically and contextually, indicating how professionals establish distinctions between emeralds and green beryls.

Meaning: 'Drawn' means to create a line or boundary, which is relevant when discussing how classifications are made in gemology.

Wrong options:

  • marked: 'Marked' implies a visible indication but does not convey the action of creating a boundary as effectively as 'drawn.'
  • grown: 'Grown' refers to the process of development or increase, which does not apply to the context of defining boundaries.
  • laid: 'Laid' suggests placing something down, which is not appropriate for the context of establishing distinctions.
Correct answer: impact

Explanation: The word 'impact' fits grammatically as a noun that describes the effect or influence something has. In this context, it logically conveys the significance of calling a gem by a particular name on its market value.

Meaning: 'Impact' refers to the strong effect or influence that one thing has on another, particularly in terms of price and marketability.

Wrong options:

  • role: 'Role' refers to a function or position, which does not capture the essence of influence as effectively as 'impact.'
  • boost: 'Boost' implies an increase or improvement, but it does not convey the broader implications of influence that 'impact' does.
  • remark: 'Remark' refers to a comment or statement, which does not fit the context of discussing effects on price.
Correct answer: confusion

Explanation: The word 'confusion' fits grammatically as a noun that describes a state of uncertainty or misunderstanding. It is contextually relevant as it highlights the issues surrounding color classification in gemstones.

Meaning: 'Confusion' refers to a lack of clarity or understanding, which is pertinent to the discussion of how colors are classified in the gem industry.

Wrong options:

  • worship: 'Worship' refers to the act of showing reverence, which is unrelated to the context of color classification.
  • important: 'Important' is an adjective that describes significance but does not fit as a noun in this context.
  • collision: 'Collision' refers to a crash or conflict, which does not relate to the topic of color classification.

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