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Practice Reading: Fill in The Blanks (Drag & Drop) ID: #32097 Recruitment Tool
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The  six  programs  represented  here  report  that  word  of  mouth  is  by  far  their  most    recruitment  tool,  particularly  because  it  typically  yields  candidates  who  are  similar  to  previously  successful  candidates.  Moreover,  satisfied  candidates  and  school  systems  are  likely  to  spread  the  word  without  any  special    on  the  part  of  their  program.  Other,  less  personal  advertising  approaches,  such  as  radio  and  television  spots  and  local  newspaper  advertisements,  have  also  proven  fruitful,    for  newer  programs.  New  York  uses  a  print  advertising  campaign  to  inspire  dissatisfied  professionals  to  become  teachers.  Subway  posters  send  provocative    to  burned-out  or  disillusioned  professionals.  "Tired  of  diminishing  returns?  Invest  in  NYC  kids"  was  just  one  of  many  Madison  Avenue-inspired  invitations.  News  coverage  has  also  proven  to  be  a    to  alternative  programs.  When  the  New  York  Times,  for  example,  ran  a  story  about  the  district’s  alternative  route  program,  2,100  applications  flooded  in  over  the  next  six  weeks.

messages boon recession especially collect render effort effective

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Correct answer: effective

Explanation: The word 'effective' is an adjective that describes the noun 'recruitment tool.' It fits grammatically as it complements the noun by indicating the tool's ability to achieve desired results, which is contextually relevant to the discussion of recruitment methods.

Meaning: 'Effective' means producing a desired or intended result, particularly in the context of recruitment.

Wrong options:

  • messages: The word 'messages' is a noun and does not fit grammatically as it does not describe the recruitment tool.
  • boon: The word 'boon' is a noun that refers to something beneficial, which does not describe the recruitment tool directly.
  • recession: The word 'recession' is a noun that refers to an economic decline, which is unrelated to the context of recruitment tools.
  • especially: The word 'especially' is an adverb that indicates emphasis but does not describe a noun, making it grammatically incorrect here.
  • effort: The word 'effort' is a noun and does not fit as it does not describe the effectiveness of the recruitment tool.
  • render: The word 'render' is a verb that means to provide or give, which does not fit grammatically in this context.
Correct answer: effort

Explanation: The word 'effort' is a noun that fits grammatically as it serves as the object of the preposition 'without.' It contextually indicates that spreading the word occurs without any exertion from the program, aligning with the overall message of ease in recruitment.

Meaning: 'Effort' refers to the exertion of physical or mental energy, particularly in the context of trying to achieve something.

Wrong options:

  • messages: The word 'messages' is a noun that does not fit grammatically as it does not indicate a lack of exertion.
  • boon: The word 'boon' is a noun that refers to something beneficial, which does not relate to the concept of effort in this context.
  • recession: The word 'recession' is a noun that refers to an economic decline, which is unrelated to the context of effort.
  • especially: The word 'especially' is an adverb that does not fit grammatically as it does not serve as a noun or indicate effort.
  • render: The word 'render' is a verb that does not fit as it does not indicate a lack of effort.
  • collect: The word 'collect' is a verb that means to gather, which does not fit grammatically or contextually in this sentence.
Correct answer: especially

Explanation: The word 'especially' is an adverb that modifies the entire clause, indicating that the effectiveness of the advertising approaches is particularly notable for newer programs. It fits grammatically and contextually as it emphasizes the significance of these methods.

Meaning: 'Especially' means particularly or notably, used to highlight something that stands out.

Wrong options:

  • messages: The word 'messages' is a noun and does not fit grammatically as it does not serve to modify the clause.
  • boon: The word 'boon' is a noun that refers to something beneficial, which does not fit as an adverb in this context.
  • recession: The word 'recession' is a noun that refers to an economic decline, which is unrelated to the context of emphasizing effectiveness.
  • effort: The word 'effort' is a noun that does not fit grammatically as it does not serve to modify the clause.
  • render: The word 'render' is a verb that does not fit as it does not modify the effectiveness of the approaches.
  • collect: The word 'collect' is a verb that does not fit grammatically or contextually in this sentence.
Correct answer: messages

Explanation: The word 'messages' is a noun that serves as the object of the verb 'send.' It fits grammatically and contextually as it refers to the content being communicated to professionals, aligning with the purpose of the subway posters.

Meaning: 'Messages' refers to pieces of information or communication sent to others, in this case, aimed at professionals.

Wrong options:

  • boon: The word 'boon' is a noun that refers to something beneficial, which does not fit as it does not serve as the object of the verb.
  • recession: The word 'recession' is a noun that refers to an economic decline, which is unrelated to the context of communication.
  • especially: The word 'especially' is an adverb that does not fit grammatically as it cannot serve as the object of a verb.
  • effort: The word 'effort' is a noun that does not fit as it does not refer to the content of the communication.
  • render: The word 'render' is a verb that does not fit as it does not serve as a noun in this context.
  • collect: The word 'collect' is a verb that does not fit grammatically or contextually in this sentence.
Correct answer: boon

Explanation: The word 'boon' is a noun that fits grammatically as it serves as the subject complement, indicating that news coverage is beneficial to alternative programs. It aligns contextually with the idea of positive outcomes from media attention.

Meaning: 'Boon' refers to something that is beneficial or advantageous, particularly in the context of news coverage.

Wrong options:

  • messages: The word 'messages' is a noun that does not fit grammatically as it does not describe the benefit of news coverage.
  • recession: The word 'recession' is a noun that refers to an economic decline, which is unrelated to the context of benefits from news coverage.
  • especially: The word 'especially' is an adverb that does not fit grammatically as it cannot serve as a subject complement.
  • effort: The word 'effort' is a noun that does not fit as it does not describe the benefit of news coverage.
  • render: The word 'render' is a verb that does not fit as it cannot serve as a noun in this context.
  • collect: The word 'collect' is a verb that does not fit grammatically or contextually in this sentence.

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