In the following passage, some words have been omitted. Read the passage carefully and choose the most appropriate option from the given alternatives to fill in each blank. Mark your answer for each question.
For high school students, the final years before graduation are often filled with pressure from all directions. While teachers and parents focus on marks and entrance exams, many students also face pressure from friends to fit in or appear "cool." This creates a constant struggle between staying focused on studies and maintaining social (1)____ The fear of missing out on group activities or being judged can distract even the most serious learners. Over time, this pressure builds up and may lead to (2)____ stress. Some students feel torn between expectations and personal goals, unsure of what truly matters. Experts say the key is to set clear priorities and learn to say (3)____ when needed. Building confidence and developing time-management skills can help students find balance. In the end, choosing self-growth over temporary approval brings long-term (4)____. True friends will never ask you to (5)____ your dreams just to fit in.
What would come in (4)
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The sentence reads: "In the end, choosing self-growth over temporary approval brings long-term (4) benefit."
Context: The passage contrasts "temporary approval" (something short-lived and potentially negative) with "self-growth."
Logic: Choosing growth usually results in a positive outcome over time.
Benefit aligns with the positive, "long-term" nature of self-growth.
Regret or struggle would contradict the idea that self-growth is a better choice than temporary approval.
Respect is a possible outcome, but "long-term benefit" is a more standard idiomatic expression for the results of positive life choices in this context.