Re: In the United Kingdom, a stately home is usually a large and impress
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08 Sep 2025, 03:13
The correct words for the blanks are (i) edifice, (ii) expansive, and (iii) vistas.
Breakdown of the Blanks
- Blank (i): A. edifice
The sentence describes a "stately home" as a "large and impressive" structure "composed of many magnificent rooms." The word edifice means a large, imposing building. This fits the description of a stately home perfectly, which is a grand, noble-worthy structure.
- Blank (ii): F. expansive
The second blank describes the grounds surrounding the home. They are "well-tended" and, in this context, must also be large to complement a stately home. Expansive means covering a wide area; extensive. This word fits the context of large, open grounds.
- Blank (iii): I. vistas
The final blank refers to what the home is likely to look out over. The phrase "of breathtaking beauty" suggests a broad, beautiful view. A vista is a pleasing view, especially one seen through a long, narrow opening. In this case, it refers to the stunning landscape seen from the home.
The Complete Sentence
"In the United Kingdom, a "stately home" is usually a large and impressive edifice, often centuries old, composed of many magnificent rooms worthy of noble occupation. Such houses are generally set in expansive, well-tended grounds and are likely to look out over vistas of breathtaking beauty. Luckily, as a by-product of an ever-changing economy, stately homes are now often open to the public."