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Practice Reading: Fill in the Blanks (Dropdown) ID: #44132 House-hunt

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‘Well,’ Mother said with determination, ‘there’s for it. We’ll have to move. We must get out of the town. We must find a house in the country at once.’ The next morning we started on our house-hunt, accompanied by Mr Beeler, the hotel guide. He was a fat little man with cringing eyes and sweat-polished jowls. He was quite sprightly when we set off, but then he did not know what was in for him. No one who has not been house-hunting with my mother can possibly imagine it. We drove around the island in a cloud of dust while Mr Beeler showed us villa after villa in a bewildering selection of sizes, colours and situations, and Mother her head once again. Brokenly Mr Beeler seated himself on the stairs and his face with his handkerchief. ‘Madame Durrell,’ he said at last, ‘I have shown you every villa I know, yet you do not want any. Madame, what is it you require? What is the matter with these villas?’ Mother regarded him with astonishment. ‘Didn’t you notice?’ she asked. ‘None of them had a bathroom.’ Mr Beeler stared at Mother with bulging eyes. ‘But Madame,’ he in genuine anguish, ‘what for you want a bathroom? Have you not got the sea?’ We returned in silence to the hotel.

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Correct answer: nothing
Explanation: The word 'nothing' fits grammatically as it serves as a pronoun indicating the absence of anything, which aligns with the context of the sentence where Mother expresses a lack of options. It also matches the sentiment of determination to move despite the lack of alternatives.
Meaning: 'Nothing' means the absence of anything; in this context, it indicates that there are no viable options available.
Wrong options:
anything: 'Anything' suggests the presence of options, which contradicts the sentiment of the sentence that indicates a lack of choices.
none: 'None' is a determiner that implies zero quantity but does not fit grammatically as it would require a noun to follow, making it incorrect in this context.
something: 'Something' implies the existence of at least one option, which is contrary to the meaning intended by Mother, who is stating that there are no options.
Correct answer: store
Explanation: The word 'store' fits contextually as it refers to a place where items are kept, which aligns with the idea of Mr. Beeler being unaware of what is available for him. It also matches the idiomatic usage of 'in store for someone,' indicating future events or surprises.
Meaning: 'Store' refers to a place where goods are kept or a supply of something, suggesting that there are unforeseen circumstances awaiting Mr. Beeler.
Wrong options:
readiness: 'Readiness' refers to the state of being prepared, which does not fit the context of what is awaiting Mr. Beeler.
wait: 'Wait' implies a period of delay or pause, which does not convey the idea of future events or surprises in this context.
stock: 'Stock' refers to the goods or merchandise available, but it does not fit grammatically or contextually as it lacks the idiomatic sense of what is forthcoming.
Correct answer: shook
Explanation: The word 'shook' is the past tense of 'shake,' which fits grammatically as it describes an action performed by Mother in response to the villas shown. It conveys her disapproval or disappointment effectively.
Meaning: 'Shook' means to move something back and forth or up and down, indicating that Mother is expressing her dissatisfaction with the options presented.
Wrong options:
tipped: 'Tipped' generally means to incline or to give a small amount, which does not convey the intended meaning of disapproval in this context.
nodded: 'Nodded' implies agreement or affirmation, which contradicts the sentiment of rejection expressed by Mother.
waved: 'Waved' suggests a greeting or dismissal, which does not accurately reflect Mother's reaction to the villas.
Correct answer: mopped
Explanation: The word 'mopped' fits grammatically as it describes an action Mr. Beeler is taking to clean or wipe his face, which aligns with the context of him being overwhelmed during the house-hunting process.
Meaning: 'Mopped' means to wipe or clean a surface, typically with a cloth, indicating Mr. Beeler's effort to manage his discomfort.
Wrong options:
swept: 'Swept' implies a motion of cleaning with a broom or similar tool, which does not fit the context of wiping his face.
brushed: 'Brushed' suggests a light touch or sweep, which does not convey the same sense of effort as 'mopped' in this context.
rubbed: 'Rubbed' implies a back-and-forth motion, which could fit but does not convey the same urgency or action of cleaning as 'mopped.'
Correct answer: wailed
Explanation: The word 'wailed' fits contextually as it conveys a strong emotional reaction from Mr. Beeler, indicating his distress or confusion about Mother's requirements. It aligns with the tone of genuine anguish expressed in the dialogue.
Meaning: 'Wailed' means to cry out loudly in distress or sorrow, reflecting Mr. Beeler's emotional state in response to the situation.
Wrong options:
giggled: 'Giggled' implies laughter, which is inappropriate in this context as it does not match the serious tone of the conversation.
growled: 'Growled' suggests a low, guttural sound typically associated with anger or annoyance, which does not fit Mr. Beeler's emotional response here.
bellowed: 'Bellowed' indicates a loud, deep shout, which could fit but lacks the nuance of emotional distress that 'wailed' conveys.

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