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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.

The phrase non-governmental or non-profit is commonly used to refer to the various organisations that (1)______ civil society. In general, such organisations are distinguished by the (2)______ that they operate for reasons other than financial gain. Surveys indicate that NGOs have a high degree of public (3)______, which can make them a useful proxy for the concerns of society and stakeholders. NGOs range from small pressure groups on specific environmental concerns or human rights (4)______, to educational charities, women's refuges, cultural associations, religious organisations, legal foundations, humanitarian assistance programmes – and the list could go on – to large international organisations with hundreds or even thousands of branches or members around the world.

Question:

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

Option 1: thought

Option 2: trust

Option 3: belief

Option 4: idea


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Answer (1)
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Correct Answer: trust


Solution : The correct choice to fill in the blank is the second option.

Explanation:

In the context of the sentence, the blank describes the level of confidence or reliance that the public has on NGOs. The word that fits best in this context is trust . The sentence is saying that surveys indicate that NGOs have a high degree of public trust , emphasising the confidence people have in these organisations.

Therefore, the correct answer is trust .

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