1 . 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。

Learning Chinese calligraphy     1     (list) as one of the must-do things when I came to China. Now, I’m in the course of learning this unique art,     2     value is considered very high in China, even across East Asia today. It is not only     3     ancient artistic form of human language, but it also reflects Chinese traditions.

As someone who paints, draws, and loves all     4     (create) things, at first, I assumed I would be rather good at Chinese calligraphy. I was     5     (total ) wrong. Using thick brush tips to produce awkward brush strokes (笔画)     6     (be) very difficult for a beginner. I have no idea about the different types of calligraphy and the meanings     7     ( hide) behind each one. Also, I have to hold the paintbrush     8     a very specific way; unlike a pen or pencil, the paintbrush is held upright in the hand. I need to be extra careful when changing the angle or     9     (direct) of the brush, especially if I press too hard on the paper.

After taking the lesson, I now understand the difficulty of calligraphy and that it will take efforts and commitment     10     (master) this art form. Yet, I am grateful to learn such a special Chinese tradition.

2 . Fiji is a wonderful island that has plenty of surprises for any ________(adventure) traveler. (所给词的适当形式填空)

4 . ________(accompany) by music, folk artists run shadow puppets behind the screen. (所给词的适当形式填空)

5 . _________________ (equal) important are good study habits, useful skills and a positive attitude if you are to fully realize your potential. (所给词的适当形式填空)

6 . Nels entered college at the age of eighteen, ________(graduate) four years later as the head of his class. (所给词的适当形式填空)

7 . Great contributions _________________ (make) by Mr. Wang to the company in the past ten years. So he deserves the praise. (所给词的适当形式填空)

8 . The way you think of ________ (improve) writing skills sounds reasonable. （所给词的适当形式填空）

9 . The hospital is searching far and wide for a heart ________ (donate) for he 8-year-old. (所给词的适当形式填空)

10 . The Suez Canal is ________ (strategy) important because it provides the shortest maritime route connecting the Mediterranean and the Red Sea. (所给词的适当形式填空)