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Practice Reading: Fill in The Blanks (Drag & Drop) ID: #31593 Sustainable Job Growth
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"Sustainable  Job  Growth"  is  a  motto  for  many  governments,  especially  in  the  aftermath  of  a  recession.  The  problem  of  'job  quality'  is  less  often  addressed  and  may  be  seen  as    job  growth.  The  sentiment  'any  job  is  better  than  no  job'  may  resonate  with  governments  as  well  as  people,  especially  in  the  context  of  high  unemployment.  However,  if  the    between  improving  the  quality  of    jobs  and  creating  new  jobs  becomes  greatly  imbalanced  towards  the  latter,  this  could  increase  work  stress  among    and  future  workers,  which  in  turn  has  health,  economic  and  social  costs.  A  recent  British  Academy  Policy  Centre  Report  on  Stress  at  Work  highlights  these    and  describes  the  context,  determinants  and  consequences  of  work-related  stress  in  Britain.

trap wonder stucked balance growth existing concerns current hindering

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Correct answer: hindering

Explanation: The word 'hindering' is a present participle that functions as a verb in this context, indicating that 'job quality' is obstructing or delaying job growth. This fits grammatically as it aligns with the structure of the sentence, which discusses the negative impact of job quality on growth.

Meaning: To hinder means to create difficulties that result in delay or obstruction.

Wrong options:

  • trap: 'Trap' is a noun that does not fit grammatically in this context, as it does not convey the action of obstructing job growth.
  • balance: 'Balance' is a noun that refers to a state of equilibrium, which does not fit the context of describing an action affecting job growth.
  • growth: 'Growth' is a noun that does not convey the action of hindering and does not fit grammatically in this sentence.
  • wonder: 'Wonder' is a noun or verb that does not relate to the context of job quality affecting job growth.
  • stucked: 'Stucked' is not a standard English word; the correct form is 'stuck,' which does not fit the context either.
Correct answer: balance

Explanation: The term 'balance' is a noun that refers to the state of equilibrium between two elements, in this case, the quality of existing jobs and the creation of new jobs. It fits grammatically and contextually as it describes the necessary equilibrium that should be maintained.

Meaning: Balance refers to a situation in which different elements are equal or in the correct proportions.

Wrong options:

  • trap: 'Trap' is a noun that does not fit the context of discussing equilibrium between job quality and job creation.
  • concerns: 'Concerns' is a plural noun that does not fit grammatically as it does not refer to a state of equilibrium.
  • growth: 'Growth' is a noun that refers to an increase, which does not fit the context of maintaining a balance.
  • hindering: 'Hindering' is a verb form that does not fit as it does not describe a state of balance.
  • wonder: 'Wonder' is a noun or verb that does not relate to the concept of balance in this context.
  • stucked: 'Stucked' is not a standard English word; the correct form is 'stuck,' which does not fit the context.
Correct answer: existing

Explanation: The word 'existing' is an adjective that describes jobs that are currently available. It fits grammatically as it modifies the noun 'jobs' and provides clarity about which jobs are being referred to in the context of quality improvement.

Meaning: Existing refers to something that is currently present or available.

Wrong options:

  • trap: 'Trap' is a noun that does not fit grammatically as it does not describe a type of job.
  • balance: 'Balance' is a noun that does not modify 'jobs' and does not fit in this context.
  • current: 'Current' is an adjective that also describes jobs but is less precise than 'existing' in this context.
  • growth: 'Growth' is a noun that does not fit as it does not describe a type of job.
  • hindering: 'Hindering' is a verb form that does not fit as it does not describe jobs.
  • wonder: 'Wonder' is a noun or verb that does not relate to the context of job quality.
  • stucked: 'Stucked' is not a standard English word; the correct form is 'stuck,' which does not fit the context.
Correct answer: current

Explanation: The term 'current' is an adjective that describes workers who are presently employed. It fits grammatically as it modifies the noun 'workers' and is appropriate in the context of discussing the impact of job quality on those currently in the workforce.

Meaning: Current refers to something that is happening now or is presently in existence.

Wrong options:

  • trap: 'Trap' is a noun that does not fit grammatically as it does not describe a type of worker.
  • balance: 'Balance' is a noun that does not modify 'workers' and does not fit in this context.
  • existing: 'Existing' is an adjective that could fit but is less precise than 'current' when referring to those presently employed.
  • growth: 'Growth' is a noun that does not fit as it does not describe workers.
  • hindering: 'Hindering' is a verb form that does not fit as it does not describe workers.
  • wonder: 'Wonder' is a noun or verb that does not relate to the context of current workers.
  • stucked: 'Stucked' is not a standard English word; the correct form is 'stuck,' which does not fit the context.
Correct answer: concerns

Explanation: The word 'concerns' is a plural noun that refers to issues or worries highlighted in the report. It fits grammatically as it serves as the subject of the sentence, indicating what the report is addressing.

Meaning: Concerns refer to matters that cause worry or anxiety.

Wrong options:

  • trap: 'Trap' is a noun that does not fit grammatically as it does not relate to issues or worries.
  • balance: 'Balance' is a noun that does not fit as it does not refer to worries or issues.
  • growth: 'Growth' is a noun that does not fit as it does not relate to concerns about job quality.
  • hindering: 'Hindering' is a verb form that does not fit as it does not describe issues or worries.
  • wonder: 'Wonder' is a noun or verb that does not relate to the context of concerns about job quality.
  • stucked: 'Stucked' is not a standard English word; the correct form is 'stuck,' which does not fit the context.

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