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Practice Reading: Fill in The Blanks (Drag & Drop) ID: #48576 Permissive Parenting

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Permissive parenting involves being a friend to a child rather than an figure. Children are allowed to make their own rules and their own activities. Parents are warm and but provide little structure for their children. Children may fail to learn self-discipline and may feel somewhat because they do not know the limits.

authority communicative aggregate conceal determine complicated insecure

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A.I. Explanation:

Correct answer: authority
Explanation: The word 'authority' fits grammatically as a noun that describes a person in a position of power or control. In the context of permissive parenting, it contrasts with being a friend, highlighting the lack of strictness in this parenting style.
Meaning: 'Authority' refers to a person or organization having power or control over others, especially in a parenting context.
Wrong options:
conceal: Conceal is a verb meaning to hide something, which does not fit the context of describing a parenting role.
aggregate: Aggregate is a noun or verb that refers to a whole formed by combining several elements, which does not relate to the concept of parenting roles.
complicated: Complicated is an adjective describing something that is difficult to understand, which does not fit as a descriptor for a parenting figure.
determine: Determine is a verb meaning to decide or conclude something, which does not fit as it does not describe a type of figure.
communicative: Communicative is an adjective that describes someone who is willing to talk or impart information, which does not fit the context of authority in parenting.
insecure: Insecure is an adjective that describes a lack of confidence or assurance, which does not fit as a descriptor for a parenting figure.
Correct answer: determine
Explanation: The verb 'determine' fits grammatically as it indicates the action of deciding or controlling something. In this context, it aligns with children making their own choices regarding activities, emphasizing their autonomy.
Meaning: 'Determine' means to decide or establish something, particularly in the context of making choices.
Wrong options:
conceal: Conceal is a verb meaning to hide something, which does not fit the context of children making choices about activities.
aggregate: Aggregate refers to a collection or total, which does not relate to the action of making decisions about activities.
complicated: Complicated is an adjective that describes something difficult to understand, which does not fit the context of decision-making.
authority: Authority is a noun that refers to power or control, which does not fit as it does not describe an action related to activities.
communicative: Communicative is an adjective that describes someone who is open to communication, which does not fit the context of determining activities.
insecure: Insecure is an adjective that describes a lack of confidence, which does not relate to the action of deciding on activities.
Correct answer: communicative
Explanation: The word 'communicative' fits grammatically as an adjective that describes parents who are open and willing to engage in conversation. This aligns with the warm nature of permissive parenting, emphasizing emotional connection.
Meaning: 'Communicative' refers to being willing to talk and share information, especially in a supportive context.
Wrong options:
conceal: Conceal is a verb meaning to hide something, which does not fit as it does not describe a quality of parents in this context.
aggregate: Aggregate refers to a total or collection, which does not relate to the emotional qualities of parents.
complicated: Complicated is an adjective that describes something difficult to understand, which does not fit the warm and engaging nature of permissive parenting.
determine: Determine is a verb that means to decide, which does not describe the emotional quality of parents.
authority: Authority is a noun that refers to power or control, which contrasts with the warm and friendly nature of permissive parenting.
insecure: Insecure is an adjective that describes a lack of confidence, which does not fit the positive qualities of parents in this context.
Correct answer: insecure
Explanation: The word 'insecure' fits grammatically as an adjective that describes children who lack confidence or assurance. This aligns with the context of permissive parenting, where children may feel uncertain due to the absence of clear boundaries.
Meaning: 'Insecure' refers to a lack of confidence or stability, particularly in the context of emotional well-being.
Wrong options:
conceal: Conceal is a verb meaning to hide something, which does not fit the context of describing children's feelings.
aggregate: Aggregate refers to a total or collection, which does not relate to the emotional state of children.
complicated: Complicated is an adjective that describes something difficult to understand, which does not fit the emotional context of insecurity.
determine: Determine is a verb that means to decide, which does not describe a feeling or emotional state.
authority: Authority is a noun that refers to power or control, which does not relate to children's feelings of confidence.
communicative: Communicative is an adjective that describes openness in communication, which does not fit the context of insecurity.

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