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TOEIC Reading 5 Exercisee 122

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Question: 
O:8:"stdClass":2:{s:8:"question";s:109:"The restaurant review rated the Cactus Club highly in ______ of its menu selection as well as its atmosphere.";s:7:"choices";a:4:{i:0;s:5:"terms";i:1;s:5:"basis";i:2;s:6:"regard";i:3;s:3:"way";}}
Answer: 
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answer explanation: 

<p>The correct answer is <strong>(C) regard</strong>.</p>
<p>In this sentence, we are looking for a word that indicates the aspect or perspective in which the Cactus Club is highly rated. The phrase "in ______ of its menu selection as well as its atmosphere" suggests that we need a word that can be followed by "of" to indicate the criteria for the high rating. </p>
<p>The word "terms" (option A) is not the best choice here. "Terms" typically refers to conditions or requirements, rather than aspects or perspectives. For example, you might say "in terms of price" to refer to the price aspect, but it doesn't fit well with "menu selection" and "atmosphere".</p>
<p>The word "basis" (option B) could be a possible choice, as it can be followed by "of" to indicate the criteria for evaluation. However, it is not the best choice in this context. "Basis" usually refers to a foundation or justification, and it doesn't convey the sense of perspective or viewpoint that is implied by the phrase "in ______ of".</p>
<p>The word "regard" (option C) is the best choice here. It can be followed by "of" to indicate the aspect or perspective being considered. For example, you can say "in regard of its menu selection" or "in regard of its atmosphere" to indicate the aspects being highly rated.</p>
<p>The word "way" (option D) is not the best choice in this context. "Way" usually refers to a method or manner, and it doesn't fit well with "menu selection" and "atmosphere".</p>