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Practice Reading: Fill in The Blanks (Drag & Drop) ID: #50444 Spacewalk
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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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The  original  solar  arrays  on  the  space  station  are  still  functioning,  but  they  have  been  supplying  power  for  more  than  20  years  and  are  showing  signs  of    after  long-term  exposure  to  the  space  environment.  The  arrays  were    designed  to  last  15  years.  The  new  solar  arrays  are  being  placed  in  front  of  the  original  ones,  which  will    parts  of  the  planned  Gateway  lunar  outpost.

scientifically power fatigue wear originally spare

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Correct answer: wear

Explanation: The word 'wear' fits grammatically as a noun indicating deterioration or damage due to prolonged use. It aligns with the context of discussing the solar arrays' condition after long-term exposure, making it the most suitable choice.

Meaning: 'Wear' refers to the damage or deterioration that occurs over time due to use or exposure.

Wrong options:

  • fatigue: Fatigue refers to extreme tiredness or exhaustion, which does not accurately describe the physical condition of the solar arrays in this context.
  • scientifically: Scientifically is an adverb that describes something done in a scientific manner, which does not fit as a noun to describe the condition of the arrays.
  • spare: Spare is an adjective meaning extra or additional, which does not relate to the condition of the solar arrays.
Correct answer: originally

Explanation: The term 'originally' serves as an adverb indicating the initial design intent of the solar arrays. It fits grammatically and contextually, as it describes how they were designed at the outset.

Meaning: 'Originally' means at the beginning or in the first instance, referring to the initial design of the solar arrays.

Wrong options:

  • wear: Wear is a noun that describes damage, which does not fit grammatically as an adverb to describe the design process.
  • scientifically: Scientifically is an adverb that does not relate to the design intent and does not fit in this context.
  • power: Power is a noun that refers to energy or the ability to do work, which does not describe the design process.
Correct answer: power

Explanation: The word 'power' fits grammatically as a verb indicating the action of supplying energy. It aligns with the context of the new solar arrays being used to provide energy to the Gateway lunar outpost.

Meaning: 'Power' means to supply energy or enable operation, particularly in the context of electrical systems.

Wrong options:

  • wear: Wear is a noun that describes damage, which does not fit grammatically as a verb in this context.
  • fatigue: Fatigue is a noun that refers to tiredness, which does not relate to the action of supplying energy.
  • spare: Spare is an adjective meaning extra, which does not fit as a verb to describe the function of the new solar arrays.

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