阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。Tom Owen, from Haverfordwest, joined the Pembrok-组卷网

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阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

Tom Owen, from Haverfordwest, joined the Pembrokeshire Lifeguards last summer, 1 (become) its most senior member at 49.

He is being joined on Broadhaven beach by the team’s 2 (new) recruit—his 16-year-old boy, Cai. Tom.

spoke of his pride in his son, while Cai said, “I'm hoping he won't bring me too much 3 (embarrass).”

Tom said he became interested in being a lifeguard while at school, and 4 (volunteer) for two summers in Australia. “I don't feel out of place despite the 30-year age gap 5 me and most of others. It's 6 (huge) satisfying to know I'm helping to provide a safe place for all to use.”

Meanwhile, 7 (ask) whether seeing his dad being a lifeguard played a factor in his decision, Cai replied,

“If anything, it put me off a little bit.”

“It's something I've wanted to do for years because I've always been a keen swimmer and surfer,” he added. “I’m looking forward to getting experience on the beaches, 8 is going to be fun. I can't wait 9 (see) him continue to try to beat me in our fitness tests.”

“It’ll be nice to spend time together before he grows up completely. I hope other people of my age see that being lifeguards isn't just for teenagers. If you're still fit and healthy, give it a go, and you won't regret 10 ” said Tom.

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