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Practice Reading: Reading Fill in the Blanks ID: #40398 Journey
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The following text is an excerpt from a travel blog about a solo backpacking journey through the Swiss Alps. In the text below some words are missing. Drag words from the box below to the appropriate place in the text. To undo an answer choice, drag the word back to the box below the text.
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Embarking  on  a  solo  backpacking  trip  through  the  Swiss  Alps  was  an  exhilarating  experience.  The  serene  beauty  of  the  mountains,  coupled  with  the  crisp,  fresh  air,  made  every  step  of  the  journey  unforgettable.  One  of  the  highlights  was  reaching  the  summit  of  a  particularly  challenging  peak,  which  offered  a  breath-taking  panorama  of  the  surrounding  .  However,  the  journey  was  not  without  its  challenges.  Navigating  through  the  rugged  terrain  required  a    level  of  physical  fitness  and  determination.  At  night,  the  temperatures  dropped  significantly,  making  it  essential  to  have  a    sleeping  bag  to  ensure  warmth  and  comfort.  Despite  these  obstacles,  the  sense  of  achievement  upon  completing  the  trek  was  ,  serving  as  a  reminder  of  the  incredible  capabilities  of  the  human  spirit.  

durable modest landscapes advanced gruelling Majestic unparalleled

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Correct answer: landscapes

Explanation: The word 'landscapes' fits grammatically as a plural noun that refers to the various views and scenery visible from the summit. It aligns with the context of describing the breathtaking panorama experienced during the journey.

Meaning: Landscapes refer to the visible features of an area of land, including physical elements like mountains, valleys, and bodies of water.

Wrong options:

  • Majestic: Majestic is an adjective that describes something grand or impressive, but it does not fit as a noun to describe what is seen from the summit.
  • modest: Modest is an adjective that refers to something humble or moderate, which does not fit the context of describing a view or scenery.
  • advanced: Advanced is an adjective that indicates a higher level of development or complexity, which does not relate to the visual aspect of the scenery.
Correct answer: gruelling

Explanation: The term 'gruelling' is an adjective that describes something extremely tiring and demanding, which is appropriate in the context of the physical fitness required for navigating rugged terrain.

Meaning: Gruelling means extremely tiring and demanding, often used to describe a challenging physical activity.

Wrong options:

  • advanced: Advanced is an adjective that indicates a higher level of development, but it does not convey the sense of difficulty or exhaustion required for the journey.
  • modest: Modest is an adjective that refers to something humble or moderate, which does not fit the context of describing the level of physical fitness needed for the trek.
  • durable: Durable is an adjective that describes something able to withstand wear or damage, which does not relate to the physical effort required.
Correct answer: durable

Explanation: The word 'durable' is an adjective that describes something able to withstand wear, pressure, or damage, which is essential for a sleeping bag used in cold temperatures.

Meaning: Durable means able to last a long time without breaking or getting damaged, especially in challenging conditions.

Wrong options:

  • modest: Modest is an adjective that refers to something humble or moderate, which does not fit the context of describing the quality of a sleeping bag.
  • advanced: Advanced is an adjective that indicates a higher level of development, but it does not relate to the necessary characteristics of a sleeping bag for warmth.
  • gruelling: Gruelling is an adjective that describes something extremely tiring, which does not apply to the quality of a sleeping bag.
Correct answer: unparalleled

Explanation: The term 'unparalleled' is an adjective that means having no equal or match, which fits perfectly in the context of describing the unique sense of achievement felt after completing the trek.

Meaning: Unparalleled means unmatched or incomparable, often used to describe a feeling or experience that is extraordinary.

Wrong options:

  • Majestic: Majestic is an adjective that describes something grand or impressive, but it does not convey the uniqueness of the achievement.
  • modest: Modest is an adjective that refers to something humble or moderate, which contradicts the extraordinary nature of the achievement described.
  • advanced: Advanced is an adjective that indicates a higher level of development, which does not relate to the emotional impact of completing the trek.

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