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. A monsoon is traditionally a seasonal reversing wind (1)________________ by corresponding changes in precipitation but is now (2)___________ describe seasonal changes in atmospheric circulation and precipitation associated (3)_______________ annual latitudinal oscillation of the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) between its limits to the north and south of the equator. Usually, the term monsoon (4)___________ refer to the rainy phase of a seasonally changing pattern, although technically there is also a dry phase. The term is also sometimes used to (5)_________________ locally heavy but short-term rains. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.

• A. used to
• B. using to
• C. uses to
• D. use to

Answer 1

Answer:

A. used to

• This question is part of the English Language subject, specifically the Cloze Test or Fill in the Blanks section. It tests your knowledge of Passive Voice and Infinitives. Why "used to" is correct: Passive Construction: The sentence says "the term... is now [blank] describe." This is a passive structure where "the term" is the subject receiving the action. In English, the structure "is/am/are + used + to + verb" means that something is utilized for a specific purpose. Infinitive Purpose: The word "describe" is a base verb. The preposition "to" creates an infinitive (to describe), which explains the purpose of the term "monsoon." Tense Consistency: The sentence uses "is now," indicating a current general fact/definition, which requires the past participle "used" to complete the passive voice.