2 . Jonathan Tiong came into the world with a rare disease that gradually damages muscles over time. A doctor _________ a prediction to his parents that he wouldn’t live beyond his second birthday.

Yet, Tiong not only surpassed (超出) the doctor’s _________ but also made great achievements. On the day of his 24th birthday in October, he gave a speech _________ at his graduation ceremony. What’s more, Tiong got a(n) _________ as an editorial writer at a famous wealth fund. However, all these amazing honors were not easily _________, for which Tiong went all out.

Beginning his _________ journey during the rise of remote work has also _________ the effect of his disability. Tiong finds _________ in the virtual field, stating, “Having everyone work online feels really great. Because when everyone is together online, I don’t feel like there’s actually much of a _________.”

Despite the __________ he has earned, Tiong remains a supporter for reshaping society’s opinion of success. “We must admit that living with a disability is a (n) __________ challenge in itself. Every day, countless individuals with disabilities __________ difficulties all over the world without media coverage, fighting their battles __________,” Tiong stresses.

His goal is not to lower expectations for individuals with disabilities but to __________ the traditional idea about success. “If we reconsider what it means to succeed, you’ll find that everyone out there who is doing their jobs quietly is __________.”

3 . When we think of a grocery store, we usually picture aisles of food and everyday necessities. But sometimes, it’s also where unexpected ________ are formed, turning a simple store into a backdrop for heartwarming human connections.

Ellie Walker, ________ at a British grocery store, was known for her friendly demeanor. Ellie enjoyed the daily chat with customers but never ________ how deeply these interactions could impact her life.

It was during one of these ________ conversations that Ellie encountered Edwin Holmes, an elderly regular customer, who ________ that he had no one to spend Christmas with.

This revelation ________ a chord in Ellie’s heart, as she couldn’t bear the thought of Edwin spending the festive season alone.

Edwin had lost his wife in 2006 after 45 years of marriage. His family, including a daughter and grandchildren, lived in Australia, making it ________ for them to be together during the holidays. This left Edwin facing the prospect of a ________ Christmas.

Upset about Edwin’s situation. Ellie decided to ________ a gesture of kindness. She invited him to join her for a Christmas meal, hoping to ________ a memorable and joyous experience for both of them.

“I thought, if it was my granddad and he was alone, I would want someone to talk to him.” Ellie’s invitation to Edwin was more than just a kind ________ it was a start of their friendship.

From that memorable Christmas dinner, a beautiful friendship ________. Ellie and Edwin began meeting regularly for coffee, sharing stories and enjoying each other’s ________.

Their relationship, which started with ________ conversations in a grocery store, had ________ a meaningful and enduring friendship.

4 . “Dad, you do remember that you promised to come to my class tomorrow, right?” Jenny asked Dad before she went to bed.

“I remember,______I am not sure if I can be there,” said Dad. “It might be a very busy day tomorrow.”

“But Dad, our teacher has asked all the students to invite one of their______to come and tell us about the jobs that they do. That way we can get a(n)______of what we might like to do someday. Tomorrow is the day that was set aside (留出) for you. Some of the kids’ parents_____came in the past weeks. I really hope you can come too,“ said Jenny eagerly (渴求地).

”I will try my best, but I just wanted to let you______that I may not be able to make it,“ said Dad.

The next day Jenny______nervously in her seat. She was______her father would not come to her class. It seemed as if the clock stood still.______, the wait was over and the teacher stood up from her desk.

“Okay, class. We have a very special______for Parent Job Day today,” the teacher said. Then she______the classroom and brought in a cart (手推车)that was covered with a cloth (布). Everyone tried to see______was under the cloth. Just then, Jenny’s dad walked in.

“Hi, boys and girls. I am Jenny’s father, and I am a baker (面包师). I have brought something that I______just for you. You may each have one of the cupcakes that I made. They are special because they are sugar-free. Hope you like______,” Jenny’s dad smiled.

“Everyone______the cupcakes,” Jenny said when she got home from school. She gave her dad a big hug. “They all said I was very______to have a dad like you, and I think you have the best job in the world.”

7 . After bringing up three children, Barthorpe decided to do something for herself. She planned to _________ herself by learning to ride a motorcycle at the age of 60. After passing her driving test, she soon _________ on her first solo (单独的) ride. She remembered the _________ of being on the road alone for the first time.

Although Barthorpe preferred riding solo, she contacted the Women’s International Motorcycle Association (WIMA) in the hope of _________ it. It was the connection with the WIMA that led her to a(n) _________ — the Women Riders World Relay. The plan was to pass a baton (接力棒), rider to rider, all around the world. That was a test of the riders’ courage and _________. But just after Barthorpe took on the role, she _________ fell down and got injured. She spent several months in hospital. However, Barthorpe didn’t see it as a _________ experience. She knew that she must pay much attention to _________ first. Getting on a motoreycle again was ____________, but Barthorpe took extra training and ____________ a lot. And she pushed herself to take part in the race in Australia. Barthorpe then realized that it was normal to ____________ and rise to it, which offered an opportunity to grow.

What attracts Barthorpe most to a motorcycle is the ____________. “I can go anywhere I want and any time I like,” she said. “The kids said to me, ‘Mum, you seem to have turned into a ____________ teenager.’ I just told them, ‘No, I’ve just found the field where I can see my ____________.’”

8 . Liam Garner was just 17 years old when he started out on his big adventure—a 20,000 mile bike trip from Alaska to Argentina. In early January, he finally _________ his trip, 17 months after he started. He had a tent, a sleeping bag, a phone, a first-aid kit, and some _________ parts for his bike. Other than some _________ and water, he didn’t have much else. Initially, his parents were _________, but they became his biggest supporters as he traveled south along the West Coast, _________ Mexico by December.

_________ up with a friend, Logan, they overcame _________ like a bike accident, extreme heat, and even robbery in Colombia. In Mexico, they considered _________ because the incredible heat made biking extremely difficult. But things _________ once they reached Central America, and they decided to keep going.

Without being disheartened, Liam pressed on through rain, sun, heat, cold, deserts and mountains. Finally, on __________ 6th, 2023, he reached Ushuaia, Argentina, completing his __________ journey. Now, accompanied by his girlfriend, Liam is __________ home to California, fueled by ambition to __________ a book detailing his incredible adventure. He dreams of __________ others to start their own adventures, highlighting that everyone is capable of amazing achievements; the __________ is building confidence to attempt the extraordinary.