Directions: Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Nutrition experts have researched the bad effects of junk food and have come to the (1)________ that junk food manufacturing companies are fooling the people by (2)_____ deceptive advertisements that show junk food as healthy. We must substitute junk food with (3)_______ food like fruits and vegetables. So the next time you think of (4)______ that burger, hotdog, pizza, samosa, kachori or even ice cream in a restaurant, eating joint or a party, stop your instincts and look for some healthier food (5)_____ instead.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.
Correct Answer :
healthier
Solution :
The correct answer is healthier.
Step-by-step Explanation:
1. Analyze the context: The sentence states, "We must substitute junk food with (3)_______ food like fruits and vegetables."
2. Evaluate the sentence structure: The sentence discusses replacing "junk food" with nutritious options such as "fruits and vegetables." Later in the passage, it also refers to looking for "healthier food" options instead of junk food.
3. Option Analysis:
- expensive: Refers to high cost, which does not fit the context of substituting unhealthy food with nutritious alternatives.
- cleaner: Refers to hygiene or cleanliness, which is not the primary contrast to junk food in terms of nutrition.
- powerful: Refers to strength or force, which is inappropriate when describing dietary choices.
- healthier: Directly contrasts with "junk food" and matches the examples given ("fruits and vegetables") as well as the overall theme of choosing better nutrition.
4. Conclusion: Therefore, the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3 is healthier.
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