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.
The G20, or Group of Twenty, is an international forum which (1)_______ 19 countries and the European Union (EU). It focuses on significant global economic challenges such as international financial (2)_______, climate change mitigation, and (3) development. In 1999, the G20 was formed in (4)______ to various global economic crises. The G20 (5)______ itself the principal arena for international economic and financial cooperation during its 2009 meeting.
Question
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 5.
Option 1: values
Option 2: designated
Option 3: appointed
Option 4: offered
Correct Answer: designated
Solution : The right choice is the second option .
Using designated in the sentence means that during its 2009 meeting, the G20 officially assigned or declared itself to be the primary forum for international economic and financial cooperation. This term indicates a self-assignment of a specific role or status by the G20.
The meanings of the other words are as follows:
- Values : This refers to principles or standards considered important and desirable.
- Appointed : This refers to the act of officially assigning someone to a particular position or task.
- Offered : This implies providing something willingly or presenting something for consideration.
Therefore, the complete sentence would be: "The G20 designated itself the principal arena for international economic and financial cooperation during its 2009 meeting."
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