Craft and StructureVery hardWord for being intended to prevent something
Craft and Structure practice question
The fence along the cliff top is ____ rather than decorative: it was put up the summer after two walkers went over the edge in fog.
Which choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase?
- A. precautionaryCorrect
- B. ornamental
- C. temporary
- D. symbolic
Answer: A. precautionary
Put up after accidents, to prevent more.
Why the other answers are wrong
- B. ornamental
- 'Rather than decorative' rules it out.
- C. temporary
- Nothing suggests it is short-term.
- D. symbolic
- It is practical, not symbolic.
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