To solve the given problem, we need to select the most appropriate word that fits the blank in the sentence: "resources that should have ___ to feeding, clothing and housing people."
Let's consider each option:
- Devoted: This word means dedicated or committed to a cause or activity. "Devoted to feeding, clothing and housing people" makes logical sense. However, we need to find the option that fits the context best.
- Reserved: This implies something saved or set aside for a particular purpose. "Reserved to feeding, clothing and housing people" is grammatically incorrect because "reserved for" would be the correct phrase.
- Allotted: This means given or assigned as a share or portion. "Allotted to feeding, clothing and housing people" fits the sentence, both grammatically and contextually.
- Gone: This implies that resources have been used or have ceased to exist in the context they were meant for. "Gone to feeding, clothing and housing people" is a grammatically correct way to indicate that resources have been expended in these areas.
Given the options and context, the correct word is:
Gone - It indicates that resources were used or expended in the activities mentioned: "feeding, clothing and housing people."
Therefore, the complete sentence is: "resources that should have gone to feeding, clothing and housing people."