Question : Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given Select the most appropriate option for each number.
English Ivy (1)_____ its poor reputation as a nuisance by its unparalleled ability to provide shade. By seamlessly covering the exterior of a building, it works as a natural (2)______ blocking the sun and decreasing air conditioning costs. This means big savings for both building tenants and homeowners (3)_____. And it can happen quickly, too. Under the proper conditions, established English Ivy can grow to cover (4)______ of roughly 500 square feet per year. Given that most homes have a roof measuring roughly 2000 square feet, ivy-friendly homeowners can rest assured that their roofs will be (5)____ covered in about four years.
Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 4.
Option 1: a lake
Option 2: an area
Option 3: a surface
Option 4: a wall
Correct Answer: an area
Solution : The correct choice is the second option.
This choice fits well in the context of the passage discussing English ivy covering spaces. An area aligns with the general idea of coverage or extent, indicating the amount of space the ivy can cover. The passage discusses ivy's ability to cover space on the exterior of buildings, not specifically walls or surfaces, making "an area" the most suitable option to describe the extent of coverage.
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