In the following passage some of the words have been left out. Read the passage carefully and select the correct answer for the given
blank out of the four alternatives.
The thoughts, behavior and tastes of fashion, music, television and other ___(1)___ of life of the masses are often seen having a ___(2)___
impact on the living of the society. We tend to get influenced by the lifestyles of our peer group. The changing ways of life of our peers
often __(3)____ us to change our ways of looking at life and leading it. It's a human tendency to do what the crowd does. Few have the
courage to resist the peer pressure and be their own selves rather than being one among the lot. Peer pressure is bound to affect most
of us, both, positively and ___(4)___. The distinction between positive and negative peer pressure lies in a thoughtful analysis of the
views of the masses. Following your peers ___(5)___ leaves a negative impact on your life while an analytical approach of looking at peer
behavior can act positively. Let us look at the positive and negative effects of peer pressure.
Following your peers ______ leaves a
effectively
Incorrect AnswerExplanation:
- The passage discusses the influence of peers and society on an individual's life. It emphasizes how peer pressure can shape behavior and thoughts in both positive and negative ways.
- Blank 1 refers to the aspects of life influenced by peers. The passage mentions "fashion, music, television," which are elements that impact people's ways of living.
- Blank 2 describes the effect this influence has on society. Peer influence has a "significant" impact on people's lives.
- Blank 3 refers to the tendency of people to be influenced by their peers. It suggests that we are often compelled or "prompted" to change our views.
- Blank 4 contrasts the effects of peer pressure, noting that it can be both beneficial and "harmful."
- Blank 5 identifies the way of following peers that can lead to negative outcomes, and the correct word here is "blindly," suggesting a lack of thoughtful consideration.
- Blank 5 Options:
- Blindly: Implies following without questioning, which aligns with the caution against negative peer pressure.
- Effectively: Implies a positive manner, which contradicts the negative context in the sentence.
- Rarely: Suggests infrequency, which does not fit with the consistent caution implied in the passage.
- Surely: Implies certainty, but does not capture the essence of heedless following.
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By: santosh