8 . 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。
The Qinglong Temple Fair, serving as an important link connecting Chaozhou communities both domestic and overseas, 1 （be）a significant part of Chaozhou’s traditional culture. Many tourists have an urge 2 （participate）in this event. But if you don’t know the local history, some customs may be beyond your 3 （comprehend）.
The Qinglong Ancient Temple was superior 4 all other local temples in some aspects. It was named after the frequently 5 （see）green snakes wandering near the temple without doing harm to people.
Annually, the Qinglong Temple Fair 6 （hold）from the 13th day to the 28th day of the first lunar month. The festival involves parading the wooden statue, 7 is known as Laoye, through the streets in a celebratory activity. The whole town would eagerly come out to witness the parade, 8 （pray）for favorable weather, family safety and business success.
This year, the parade, with 9 number of participants, started from Qinglong Ancient Temple, passed through various tourist spots and major streets in the city, and then returned to Qinglong Ancient Temple.
This temple fair is a moving museum of intangible cultural heritage. It 10 （genuine）shows Chaoshan people’s attachment to their cultural identity rooted in their hometown and their love for their home country.
