Choose the most appropriate word from the options given below to comp...
The word "although" indicates that the two parts of the sentence contrast with each other: although most people think about the terms "bug" and "insect" one way, something else is actually true about the terms. Choice (C) logically completes the sentence, indicating that while most people think the terms are "interchangeable," the term "bug" actually refers to a "particular" group of insects.
Choose the most appropriate word from the options given below to comp...
Explanation:
The sentence states that some people believe the terms "bug" and "insect" are ________, but the term "bug" actually refers to a ______ group of insects.
To determine the correct answer, let's analyze the options given:
a) parallel - an identical
b) precise - an exact
c) interchangeable - particular
d) exclusive - a separate
Parallel means identical or similar in nature, form, or function. However, the sentence does not suggest that the terms "bug" and "insect" are identical or similar. Therefore, option 'a' can be eliminated.
Precise means exact or accurate in form, expression, or detail. While the terms "bug" and "insect" may be precise in their definitions, this option does not fit the context of the sentence. The sentence is discussing the relationship between the terms, not their precision in definition. Therefore, option 'b' can be eliminated.
Interchangeable means capable of being used in place of each other. This option fits the context of the sentence as it suggests that some people believe the terms "bug" and "insect" can be used interchangeably. This aligns with the sentence's statement that some think the terms are ________. Therefore, option 'c' is the most appropriate word to complete the first blank.
Exclusive means limited to or available to only a particular person or group. While this option does not fit the first blank, it does fit the second blank, which states that the term "bug" refers to a ______ group of insects. If the terms were exclusive, it would mean that "bug" refers to a separate and specific group of insects. Therefore, option 'd' is the most appropriate word to complete the second blank.
In conclusion, option 'c' is the correct answer because it accurately completes the first blank, and option 'd' is the correct answer because it accurately completes the second blank.
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