9 . Direction: Complete the following passage by using the words in the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need.

A. disbelief B. perceived C. obvious D. primitive E. functioning F. fearfully G. originally H. territory I. prohibiting J. incredible K. bothered

1. Offer yourself compassion and it’s natural to get panicky about heading off into unknown ________.
2. Volunteering to help the homeless patients can show you that things aren’t quite as challenging as you ________ thought.
3. The pioneers who settled the west had to cope with ________ living conditions.
4. Rather than trying to seem perfect, being honest about your shortcomings in an interview or on the job can be ________ as an advantage.
5. Los Angeles Lakers forward Luke Walton underwent surgery to remove bone spurs (骨刺) and scar tissue in his right ankle that ________ him for most of the season.
6. The signals indicate that the spacecraft bus is ________ normally and ready to begin orbital maneuvers (演习) and operational testing.
7. A law has recently been passed ________ the consumption of alcohol in public places.
8. When the virtual clone of legendary Chinese singer Teresa Teng appeared on the screen, millions of online viewers reportedly dropped their jaws in complete ________ at the likeness.
9. There is a(n) ________ contrast between the cultures of East and West.
10. She showed ________ courage and determination in coming back from her injuries to compete again in the game.