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7. to save from loss, fire, wreck etc. s 8. of the mind p 9. to strike or fill with respect combined with fear and reverence a 10. done, carried out, with order or method m 11.

12. something owned p 13. difficult or impossible to understand or comprehend i 14.

15. to lay waste or destroy d 16. a place or structure to which a vessel or aircraft can be moored m 17. to break suddenly with a brisk, sharp, cracking sound s 18. to grasp and hold tightly. c 19. 20. 21. 22. to strike or affect in a manner similar to lashing w 23. to seek advice or information of c 24. unwilling; disinclined r 25. a person who performs or offers to perform a service of his or her own free will v

III. Put the following words and phrases into the appropriate blanks in the following sentences. (Filling in the grid is optional.)

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1. Some experts believe that low mortgage rates will help to the economy.

2. One of the tests of good writing is whether or not its imagery is . 3.The group, which wants to prevent cruelty to animals, is against in medical labs. 4. a catastrophe often makes one more sensitive to the positive aspects of life. 5. He to go, and nothing will stop him. 6. His voice in confusion. 7. The path with flowers 8. These apples have been according to size and quality 9. The has finally gotten me today.

10. A supplement is needed by people who do not consume a proper diet.

11.After a day’s work, he was extremely tired. He came home and on the sofa immediately. 12. A part of any health program is exercise. 13. The of the 1960's brought back wild hairstyles and boots with mini-skirts.

14. By administering mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, the lifeguard the drowned man.

15.There was not a single of the recent plane crash near Los Angeles. 16. The actress had the gift of any role with her unique blend of humor and pathos.

IV. Reading Comprehension:

1. Theme of “Face to face with Hurricane Camille” is _____.

A. Human being is more important than anything else in the world.

B. John has learnt a lesson from his own experience.

C. People suffered from such a devastating hurricane.

D. Hurricane Camille is the greatest storm ever to hit the United States.

2. How many people are there in the house to fight against the hurricane? A. 11 B. 13 C. 10 D. 15

3. How many onslaughts did hurricane hit the Koshak’s house? A. three times B. four times C. once