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In Britain the badge of distinction awarded to historic buildings is unheroically called 'listing'. When a building is listed it is for preservation and it is expected to stand more or less indefinitely — nobody expects it to be demolished, ever. But what is the expectancy of, , a nineteenth-century terraced house? A few years ago most people assumed that such houses would eventually wear out and be replaced — and millions were demolished in slum . But about 2.5 million of these terraces survive, and in some towns they are being given 'conservation area' , so don't expect the bulldozers there. The very low rates of demolition and construction in the UK that the building stock as a whole is ageing, and this has enormous implications for the long-term sustainability of housing.

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Correct answer: earmarked
Explanation: The term 'earmarked' fits grammatically as it indicates that a building is designated for a specific purpose, in this case, preservation. It aligns contextually with the idea of protecting historic buildings, making it the most suitable choice.
Meaning: 'Earmarked' means to designate something for a particular purpose, indicating that the building is set aside for preservation.
Wrong options:
branded: Branded implies labeling or marketing, which does not fit the context of preservation.
minted: Minted refers to producing coins or creating something new, which is irrelevant in this context.
tagged: Tagged suggests labeling but lacks the specific connotation of designation for preservation.
Correct answer: life
Explanation: The word 'life' fits grammatically as it refers to the duration of existence of the building. Contextually, it aligns with the discussion about how long a nineteenth-century house is expected to last.
Meaning: 'Life' in this context refers to the expected duration or longevity of the building.
Wrong options:
time: Time is too vague and does not specifically refer to the duration of existence of the building.
age: Age refers to how old something is, not its expected duration of existence.
strength: Strength relates to durability or robustness, which does not pertain to the concept of expectancy.
Correct answer: say
Explanation: The word 'say' fits grammatically as it introduces an example or hypothetical scenario. It is contextually appropriate as it suggests a common way to refer to a type of house.
Meaning: 'Say' is used here to introduce an example, meaning 'for instance' or 'let's consider.'
Wrong options:
imagine: Imagine implies a hypothetical scenario but does not serve as a direct introduction to an example.
think: Think suggests contemplation but lacks the directness needed to introduce an example.
look: Look does not fit grammatically or contextually as it does not serve to introduce an example.
Correct answer: clearance
Explanation: The term 'clearance' fits grammatically as it refers to the act of removing buildings. Contextually, it aligns with the discussion of demolishing slum areas.
Meaning: 'Clearance' refers to the process of removing buildings or debris, particularly in the context of urban development.
Wrong options:
removal: Removal is a general term that does not specifically convey the context of demolishing slums.
riddance: Riddance implies getting rid of something unwanted but is not commonly used in this context.
dispatch: Dispatch suggests sending something away but does not fit the context of demolition.
Correct answer: status
Explanation: The word 'status' fits grammatically as it refers to the condition or classification of the conservation area. It is contextually appropriate as it indicates the recognition of the area's importance.
Meaning: 'Status' refers to the condition or standing of something, indicating the level of recognition given to the conservation area.
Wrong options:
quality: Quality refers to the standard of something, which does not fit the context of classification.
class: Class implies a category but lacks the formal recognition aspect of 'status.'
rank: Rank suggests a hierarchical position, which is not applicable in this context.
Correct answer: mean
Explanation: The word 'mean' fits grammatically as it serves as a verb indicating what the low rates of demolition and construction indicate. Contextually, it aligns with the implications for the building stock.
Meaning: 'Mean' in this context indicates to signify or imply something based on the data presented.
Wrong options:
convey: Convey suggests communication but does not fit the grammatical structure needed here.
explain: Explain implies providing details, which does not fit the context of indicating a conclusion.
determine: Determine suggests making a decision, which does not align with the context of indicating implications.

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