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Question : 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.

In order to fall asleep (1)__________ night, strive to turn off all electronic devices at least 30 minutes (2)__________ getting into bed. Allow your eyes to relax and take a break from the (3)__________of a lit screen. Read a book, write in a journal, or write (4)_________ your to-do list for the (5)__________day.

Question:

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 2.

Option 1: former

Option 2: before

Option 3: previous

Option 4: latter


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Answer (1)
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Correct Answer: before


Solution : The correct choice is the second option .

Explanation : Before is often used as a preposition to denote something that occurs earlier in time than another event. In this context, it conveys that electronic devices should be switched off at least 30 minutes before getting into bed.

Therefore, the complete sentence is: "In order to fall asleep at night, strive to turn off all electronic devices at least 30 minutes before getting into bed."

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