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Practice Reading: Fill in The Blanks (Drag & Drop) ID: #54866 Mass-communications
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Traditionally,  mass-communications  research  has  conceptualized  the  process  of  communication  in  terms  of  a  circulation  circuit  or  loop.  This    has  been  criticized  for  its  linearity  -  sender/message/receiver  -  for  its  concentration  on  the  level  of  message  exchange  and  for  the  absence  of  a  structured  conception  of  the  different  moments  as  a  complex  structure  of  relations.  But  it  is  also  possible  and    to  think  of  this  process  in  terms  of  a  structure  produced  and  sustained  through  the  articulation  of  linked    distinctive  moments  -  production,  circulation,  distribution/consumption,  reproduction-  This  would  be  to  think  of  the  process  as  a  'complex  structure  in  dominance',  sustained  through  the  articulation  of  connected  practices,  each  of  which,  however,  retains  its  distinctiveness  and  has  its  own    modality,  its  own  forms,  and  conditions  of  existence.

useful meaningful specific but and model actual

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Correct answer: model

Explanation: The term 'model' fits grammatically as a noun that serves as the subject of the sentence, referring to the conceptual framework of communication. It aligns contextually with the discussion of how communication is traditionally understood, making it a logical choice.

Meaning: A 'model' is a representation or framework used to explain a concept or process.

Wrong options:

  • useful: 'Useful' is an adjective that describes something that is beneficial, but it does not fit grammatically as a noun in this context.
  • meaningful: 'Meaningful' is an adjective that indicates significance, which does not serve as a noun and thus does not fit here.
  • particular: 'Particular' is an adjective that specifies something distinct, but it cannot function as a noun in this sentence.
  • but: 'But' is a conjunction used to introduce a contrast, which does not fit as a noun in this context.
  • and: 'And' is a conjunction that connects words or phrases, which does not fit as a noun here.
  • specific: 'Specific' is an adjective that describes something clearly defined, but it does not fit grammatically as a noun.
Correct answer: useful

Explanation: The word 'useful' is an adjective that describes the process of communication as beneficial or advantageous. It fits contextually as it suggests that thinking of communication in this way can provide value.

Meaning: 'Useful' means providing a benefit or being helpful in a particular context.

Wrong options:

  • model: 'Model' is a noun that does not fit grammatically as an adjective in this context.
  • meaningful: 'Meaningful' is an adjective that indicates significance, but it does not convey the idea of practicality or benefit as effectively as 'useful.'
  • particular: 'Particular' is an adjective that specifies something distinct, but it does not imply usefulness in this context.
  • but: 'But' is a conjunction that introduces contrast, which does not fit as an adjective here.
  • and: 'And' is a conjunction that connects phrases, which does not fit as an adjective in this context.
  • specific: 'Specific' is an adjective that describes something clearly defined, but it does not convey the idea of being beneficial.
Correct answer: but

Explanation: The word 'but' serves as a conjunction that introduces a contrast to the previous statement. It fits grammatically and contextually, indicating a shift in thought regarding the complexity of communication processes.

Meaning: 'But' is used to introduce a statement that contrasts with or contradicts the previous one.

Wrong options:

  • useful: 'Useful' is an adjective that does not fit grammatically as a conjunction in this context.
  • meaningful: 'Meaningful' is an adjective that indicates significance, but it does not serve as a conjunction and thus does not fit here.
  • particular: 'Particular' is an adjective that specifies something distinct, which cannot function as a conjunction in this context.
  • model: 'Model' is a noun that does not fit grammatically as a conjunction here.
  • and: 'And' is a conjunction that connects similar ideas, which does not introduce contrast as effectively as 'but.'
  • specific: 'Specific' is an adjective that describes something clearly defined, but it cannot function as a conjunction.
Correct answer: specific

Explanation: The term 'specific' is an adjective that describes the modality of each moment in the communication process. It fits grammatically and contextually, emphasizing the distinct nature of each practice within the structure.

Meaning: 'Specific' means clearly defined or identified, indicating that each modality has its own unique characteristics.

Wrong options:

  • useful: 'Useful' is an adjective that describes something beneficial, but it does not fit the context of describing modality.
  • meaningful: 'Meaningful' is an adjective that indicates significance, but it does not specifically describe the modality of practices.
  • particular: 'Particular' is an adjective that specifies something distinct, but it does not convey the same clarity as 'specific' in this context.
  • model: 'Model' is a noun that does not fit grammatically as an adjective in this context.
  • but: 'But' is a conjunction that introduces contrast, which does not fit as an adjective here.
  • and: 'And' is a conjunction that connects phrases, which does not fit as an adjective in this context.

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