Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.

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In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

Newspapers are like mirrors (1)___________ the diverse facets of society, capturing the voices, stories, and events that define our shared human experience. They serve as a forum (2)___________ dialogue, debate, and discussion, amplifying voices from all walks of life and fostering (3)___________ sense of community. Beyond reporting news, newspapers also celebrate achievements, highlight cultural (4)___________, and showcase human resilience in the face of adversity. They are archives of history, chronicling the triumphs and trials of generations, and serving as a reminder of how far we have come and how much further we can go. In an age of digital transformation, newspapers continue to (5)___________, adapting to new mediums while upholding the core values of journalism: accuracy, integrity, and accountability.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.

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No article required
the
an
a

Answer 1

The correct answer is 'a'.

Key Points

The blank precedes the phrase "sense of community," which is a non-specific, singular noun.
The indefinite article "a" is used because it refers to any sense of community, not a specific one.
"The" is not appropriate here because it implies a specific sense of community already known or mentioned.
"An" is not suitable as "sense" begins with a consonant sound, not a vowel.
No article would make the noun phrase incomplete.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 4'.

Complete Passage: Newspapers are like mirrors reflecting (1)the diverse facets of society, capturing the voices, stories, and events that define our shared human experience. They serve as a forum for (2)dialogue, debate, and discussion, amplifying voices from all walks of life and fostering a (3)sense of community. Beyond reporting news, newspapers also celebrate achievements, highlight cultural (4)_____, and showcase human resilience in the face of adversity. They are archives of history, chronicling the triumphs and trials of generations, and serving as a reminder of how far we have come and how much further we can go. In an age of digital transformation, newspapers continue to (5)_____, adapting to new mediums while upholding the core values of journalism: accuracy, integrity, and accountability.

Additional Information

No article required: Does not fit grammatically.
The: Implies a specific sense of community.
An: Incorrect article for "sense" starting with a consonant sound.

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Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.

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