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Practice Reading: Fill in The Blanks (Drag & Drop) ID: #44280 London suburbs

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'It was a big risk but it was definitely the right decision in terms of peace of mind and she explains. Ranch was born in a small village in the Indian state of Kerala and moved to London with her parents at the age of three. She says the striking contrast in cultures made a impression and is reflected in her story, which flits between the suburbs of London and India. Many of the scenes in the book are based on the place where she was born and spent long summer holidays. 'It is a tiny village that is lost in time. There is still no water and it is quite difficult to get to. It is completely , and so beautiful,' she says.

far-off far-away became untouched disappears lasting running contentment

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A.I. Explanation:

Correct answer: contentment
Explanation: The word 'contentment' fits grammatically as a noun that complements 'peace of mind,' creating a parallel structure in the phrase. Contextually, it aligns with the sentiment of satisfaction and happiness that follows a significant decision, enhancing the overall meaning of the sentence.
Meaning: 'Contentment' refers to a state of happiness and satisfaction.
Wrong options:
far-away: 'Far-away' is an adjective that describes distance, which does not fit the context of emotional states.
disappears: 'Disappears' is a verb that indicates an action of vanishing, which does not relate to the concept of peace or satisfaction.
running: 'Running' is a gerund that refers to the action of flowing, which does not fit as a noun describing a state of being.
lasting: 'Lasting' is an adjective that describes duration, but it does not convey a state of emotional satisfaction.
became: 'Became' is a verb that indicates a change of state, which does not fit in this context as it does not describe a state of mind.
Correct answer: lasting
Explanation: The term 'lasting' is an adjective that describes the impression as one that endures over time. This fits grammatically and contextually, as it emphasizes the significant and enduring impact of the cultural contrast on her life.
Meaning: 'Lasting' means enduring or continuing for a long time.
Wrong options:
contentment: 'Contentment' is a noun that does not fit grammatically as it does not describe an impression.
far-off: 'Far-off' is an adjective that describes distance, which does not relate to the nature of an impression.
disappears: 'Disappears' is a verb that does not fit as it does not describe the quality of an impression.
running: 'Running' is a gerund that does not relate to the context of impressions.
became: 'Became' is a verb that does not fit as it does not describe the nature of an impression.
Correct answer: far-off
Explanation: The phrase 'far-off' serves as an adjective that describes India in terms of distance, fitting grammatically and contextually as it emphasizes the geographical and emotional distance from her current life in London.
Meaning: 'Far-off' means distant in space or time.
Wrong options:
contentment: 'Contentment' is a noun that does not fit as it does not describe a location.
lasting: 'Lasting' is an adjective that describes duration, which does not apply to a geographical location.
disappears: 'Disappears' is a verb that does not relate to the description of a place.
running: 'Running' is a gerund that does not fit in the context of describing a location.
became: 'Became' is a verb that does not fit as it does not describe a place.
Correct answer: running
Explanation: The word 'running' is a gerund that describes the state of water availability. It fits grammatically as it describes the action of water flowing, which is relevant to the context of discussing basic amenities in the village.
Meaning: 'Running' refers to the flow of water, indicating that water is available and functioning.
Wrong options:
contentment: 'Contentment' is a noun that does not relate to the availability of water.
far-away: 'Far-away' is an adjective that describes distance, which does not fit the context of water supply.
disappears: 'Disappears' is a verb that does not relate to the state of water availability.
lasting: 'Lasting' is an adjective that does not apply to the context of water supply.
became: 'Became' is a verb that does not fit as it does not describe the state of water.
Correct answer: untouched
Explanation: The term 'untouched' is an adjective that describes the village as being in a natural state, free from development or pollution. This fits grammatically and contextually, emphasizing the beauty and purity of the village.
Meaning: 'Untouched' means not altered or disturbed, remaining in its natural state.
Wrong options:
contentment: 'Contentment' is a noun that does not describe the state of the village.
far-away: 'Far-away' is an adjective that describes distance, which does not fit the context of describing a place's condition.
disappears: 'Disappears' is a verb that does not relate to the description of a place.
running: 'Running' is a gerund that does not fit in the context of describing the state of the village.
lasting: 'Lasting' is an adjective that describes duration, which does not apply to the condition of the village.

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