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Practice Reading: Fill in The Blanks (Drag & Drop) ID: #5349 Restaurant 2
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Lighting  and  music  can  affect  people's  consumption  of  food  as  well  as    of  meals.  In  ,  a  restaurant's  atmosphere  can  cause  people  to  .  This  is  because  individuals  tend  to  stay  longer  and  order  dessert,  even  if  they  hadn't    to  do  so  on  arrival.  However,  bright  lights  and  loud  noise  at  fast  food  restaurants  can  make  individuals  feel  stressed  rather  than  .  In  fact,  atmosphere  can  increase  food  intake  by  as  much  as  175  calories.

enjoyment overeat feed particular planned relaxed contrast entertainment

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Correct answer: enjoyment

Explanation: The word 'enjoyment' fits grammatically as a noun that complements the verb 'affect.' It aligns contextually with the discussion about how lighting and music influence the overall experience of meals.

Meaning: 'Enjoyment' refers to the pleasure or satisfaction derived from something, in this case, meals.

Wrong options:

  • planned: 'Planned' is a past participle that does not fit as it does not relate to the experience of meals.
  • contrast: 'Contrast' is a noun that refers to the difference between two things, which does not fit the context of meal experience.
  • entertainment: 'Entertainment' is a noun that refers to activities that provide enjoyment, but it does not specifically relate to meals.
  • feed: 'Feed' is a verb that means to give food to someone, which does not fit grammatically in this context.
  • particular: 'Particular' is an adjective that describes specificity, which does not fit as it does not relate to the enjoyment of meals.
  • relaxed: 'Relaxed' is an adjective that describes a state of calmness, which does not fit as it does not relate to enjoyment.
  • overeat: 'Overeat' is a verb that means to eat too much, which does not fit as it does not relate to enjoyment.
Correct answer: particular

Explanation: The term 'particular' is an adjective that specifies a certain aspect of the restaurant's atmosphere. It fits grammatically and contextually as it introduces a specific example of how atmosphere can influence behavior.

Meaning: 'Particular' refers to something specific or distinct.

Wrong options:

  • planned: 'Planned' is a past participle that does not fit as it does not describe a specific aspect of atmosphere.
  • enjoyment: 'Enjoyment' is a noun that does not fit as it does not describe a type of atmosphere.
  • entertainment: 'Entertainment' is a noun that does not relate to the specificity of atmosphere.
  • feed: 'Feed' is a verb that does not fit grammatically as it does not describe an aspect of atmosphere.
  • relaxed: 'Relaxed' is an adjective that describes a state of calmness, which does not fit as it does not specify an aspect of atmosphere.
  • overeat: 'Overeat' is a verb that does not fit as it does not describe an aspect of atmosphere.
Correct answer: overeat

Explanation: The verb 'overeat' fits grammatically as it describes an action that people may take in response to the restaurant's atmosphere. It aligns contextually with the idea of consuming more food than intended.

Meaning: 'Overeat' means to consume more food than is necessary or intended.

Wrong options:

  • planned: 'Planned' is a past participle that does not fit as it does not describe an action related to eating.
  • enjoyment: 'Enjoyment' is a noun that does not fit as it does not describe an action.
  • entertainment: 'Entertainment' is a noun that does not relate to the action of eating.
  • feed: 'Feed' is a verb that means to give food to someone, which does not fit in this context.
  • particular: 'Particular' is an adjective that does not describe an action and does not fit here.
  • relaxed: 'Relaxed' is an adjective that describes a state of calmness, which does not fit as it does not describe an action.
Correct answer: planned

Explanation: The word 'planned' is a past participle that fits grammatically as it describes an action that was intended but not executed. It aligns contextually with the idea of unintentional behavior in the restaurant setting.

Meaning: 'Planned' refers to something that was intended or arranged in advance.

Wrong options:

  • enjoyment: 'Enjoyment' is a noun that does not fit as it does not describe an action related to intention.
  • contrast: 'Contrast' is a noun that refers to the difference between two things, which does not fit in this context.
  • entertainment: 'Entertainment' is a noun that does not relate to the concept of planning.
  • feed: 'Feed' is a verb that does not fit grammatically as it does not describe an intention.
  • particular: 'Particular' is an adjective that does not describe an action and does not fit here.
  • relaxed: 'Relaxed' is an adjective that describes a state of calmness, which does not fit as it does not describe an intention.
  • overeat: 'Overeat' is a verb that describes an action, which does not fit as it does not relate to planning.
Correct answer: relaxed

Explanation: The word 'relaxed' is an adjective that fits grammatically as it describes the state individuals may feel in a certain atmosphere. It aligns contextually with the contrast being made against bright lights and loud noise.

Meaning: 'Relaxed' refers to a state of being free from tension and anxiety.

Wrong options:

  • planned: 'Planned' is a past participle that does not fit as it does not describe a state of being.
  • enjoyment: 'Enjoyment' is a noun that does not fit as it does not describe a state.
  • contrast: 'Contrast' is a noun that does not relate to a state of being.
  • entertainment: 'Entertainment' is a noun that does not describe a state and does not fit here.
  • particular: 'Particular' is an adjective that does not describe a state of being and does not fit in this context.
  • overeat: 'Overeat' is a verb that describes an action, which does not fit as it does not relate to a state of being.

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