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Practice Reading: Fill in the Blanks (Dropdown) ID: #38162 Nationality

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Many theories have been advanced, seeking variously to identify nationalism with language, culture, race, politics, geography, economics, or religion. Now these, and even other, matters may be factors predisposing or contributing to the formation of national consciousness. But, in the last analysis, nationalism is something over and above all its elements, which it works into a new and higher . As a matter of fact, nationalism is a state of mind — a belief, held by a fairly large number of individuals, that they constitute a "Nationality"; it is a sense of belonging together as a "Nation". This "Nation", as visualized in the minds of its believers, is a people or community associated together and organized under one , and dwelling together in a distinct "State" is the material manifestation of an ideal, which may have pre-existed for generations as a mere pious aspiration with no attributes like state sovereignty or physical frontiers.

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Correct answer: constituent
Explanation: The term 'constituent' refers to something that is a part of a whole, which fits grammatically and contextually as it describes elements that make up nationalism. It aligns with the idea that nationalism is formed from various components, thus making it the correct choice.
Meaning: 'Constituent' means a part or component of something larger, indicating that these elements are integral to the concept of nationalism.
Wrong options:
essential: 'Essential' implies something that is absolutely necessary, which does not fit as it suggests a singular importance rather than a part of a whole.
desirable: 'Desirable' indicates something that is wanted or wished for, which does not align with the context of elements that form nationalism.
breakaway: 'Breakaway' suggests separation or divergence, which contradicts the idea of elements contributing to a unified concept like nationalism.
Correct answer: synthesis
Explanation: The word 'synthesis' indicates the combination of various elements into a coherent whole, which is appropriate in this context as it describes how nationalism integrates its constituent elements into a new form. This fits grammatically and contextually with the surrounding text.
Meaning: 'Synthesis' means the combination of different ideas or elements to form a coherent whole, reflecting how nationalism emerges from various factors.
Wrong options:
type: 'Type' refers to a category or classification, which does not convey the idea of combining elements into a new whole as effectively as 'synthesis'.
class: 'Class' suggests a group of similar things but lacks the nuance of integration that 'synthesis' provides.
category: 'Category' implies a grouping but does not capture the dynamic process of combining elements into something new, as 'synthesis' does.
Correct answer: government
Explanation: The term 'government' refers to the system or group of people governing an organized community, which fits contextually as it describes the structure under which a nation operates. It aligns with the idea of a community organized under a governing body, making it the correct choice.
Meaning: 'Government' means the governing body of a nation, state, or community, indicating the authority that organizes and manages the nation.
Wrong options:
state: 'State' refers to a political entity but does not specifically denote the governing body, which is more accurately described by 'government'.
cover: 'Cover' does not relate to governance and is irrelevant in this context, as it implies protection or concealment rather than organization.
ruling: 'Ruling' is an adjective that describes something related to governance but does not function as a noun in this context, making it grammatically incorrect.
Correct answer: territory
Explanation: The word 'territory' refers to a defined area of land, which fits contextually as it describes the physical space where a nation exists. This aligns with the idea of a community dwelling together in a specific area, making it the correct choice.
Meaning: 'Territory' means an area of land under the jurisdiction of a government or state, indicating the physical space associated with a nation.
Wrong options:
whole: 'Whole' refers to something complete but does not specifically denote a physical area, making it less relevant in this context.
sphere: 'Sphere' can imply a domain or area but lacks the specificity of land that 'territory' provides.
field: 'Field' generally refers to an open area or domain of study, which does not accurately represent the concept of a defined land area associated with a nation.
Correct answer: tangible
Explanation: The term 'tangible' refers to something that can be perceived by touch or is real and concrete, which fits contextually as it describes attributes that can be physically identified. This aligns with the idea of state sovereignty and physical frontiers being concrete aspects of a state, making it the correct choice.
Meaning: 'Tangible' means something that is real and can be touched or measured, indicating the physical characteristics of a state.
Wrong options:
obvious: 'Obvious' means easily perceived or understood, which does not fit the context of describing attributes that are concrete or measurable.
greedy: 'Greedy' implies an excessive desire for more than is needed, which is irrelevant in this context and does not relate to the attributes of a state.
capital: 'Capital' refers to financial assets or resources, which does not pertain to the physical attributes of a state and is therefore not suitable.

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