Running a car can be costly, since you have to spend quite an amount on items (5) ............. petrol, servicing the car, and repairs.

Schools in the United States have not always had a large number of libraries. As recently as 1958 about half of the public schools in the United States had no libraries at all. The (1)_____ of public school libraries increased dramatically when the federal government passed the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965, which provided funds for school districts to improve their education programs and facilities, including their libraries. (2)______ , many educators claim that since the legislation was passed federal spending has not increased sufficiently to meet the rising cost of new library technologies such as computer databases and Internet access. Because the federal government provides only limited funds to schools, individual school districts (3)______ on funds from local property taxes to meet the vast majority of public schools tend to reflect the financial capabilities of the communities in which they are located. Districts in wealthy suburbs often have fully staffed libraries (4)_____abundant resources, spacious facilities, and curricular and instructional support. In (5)_____ school districts in many poor areas house their libraries in ordinary classrooms or in small rooms. The libraries in such areas are generally staffed by volunteers, who organize and maintain books that are often out-of-date, irrelevant, or damaged

In the old days, it was not much a problem to do the task because there were not so many diverse learning areas to choose from. Besides, there were only a few distinctive professional careers like doctor, engineer, accountant, nurse, teacher, etc. to think about. Most higher learning usually led to a financially successful life. (2)_____ , the cost of education was not so high.

(2)_____ , it hasn’t always been that way.

As a person has given up their cultural identity, they no longer can identify themselves with the things that were (4)______ the most important things in their lives.

Library is a collection of books and other informational materials made available to people for reading, study, or reference. The word library comes from liber, the Latin word for “book”. (1)_____, library collections have almost always contained a variety of materials. Contemporary libraries maintain collections that include not only printed materials such as manuscripts, books, newspapers, and magazines, but also audio-visual and online databases. In addition to maintaining collections within library buildings, modern libraries often feature telecommunications links that provide users with access to information at remote sites.
The central mission of a library is to collect, organize, preserve, and provide access to knowledge and information. In fulfilling this mission, libraries preserve a valuable record of culture that can be passed down to (2)______ generations. Libraries are an essential link in this communication between the past, present, and future. Whether the cultural record is contained in books or in electronic formats, libraries ensure (3)_______ the record is preserved and made available for later use. People use library resources to gain information about personal interests or to obtain recreational materials such as films and novels. Students use libraries to supplement and enhance their classroom experiences, to learn (4)______ in locating sources of information, and to develop good reading and study habits. Public officials use libraries to research legislation and public policy issues. One of the most valued of all cultural institutions, the library (5)_______ information and services that are essential to learning and progress

Nowadays there is plenty of good material available for young children, and of course, seeing plenty of books in use them to read. Of course, books are no longer the only source of stories and information. There is also a huge range of videos, which can reinforce and extend the pleasure a child nds in a book and are (2)_____ helping to increase vocabulary and concentration.

Nowadays people are more aware that wildlife all over the world is in (1)_____ . Many species of animals are threatened, and could easily become (2)_____ if we do not make an effort to protect them. There are many reasons for this. In some cases animals are hunted for their fur or for other valuable parts of their bodies. Some birds, such as parrots, are caught (3)_____ , and sold as pets. For many animals and birds, the problem is that their habitats-the place where they live-is disappearing. More land is used for farm, for houses and industry, and there are fewer open spaces than there once were. Farmers use powerful chemicals to help them grow better crops, (4)_____ these chemicals pollute the environment and harm wildlife. The most successful animals on Earth, human beings, will soon be the only ones (5)_____ unless we can solve this problem.

In addition to the direct costs of hosting the Games (the opening and closing ceremonies, athletes’ village, security, etc.,), cities often must build expensive new venues (2)_____ lesser-known sports. Once constructed, sports venues often incur additional maintenance costs long after the Games have ended.

Parents whose children show a special interest in a particular sport have a difficult decision to (1) ______ about their children’s career. Should they allow their children to train to become top sportsmen and women? For many children it (2) ______starting very young and school work, going out with friends and other interests have to take second place. Another problem is of course money. In many countries money for training is (3) ______ from the government for the very best young sportsmen and women. Many parents are understandably concerned that it is dangerous to start serious training in a sport (4)_____ an early age. What is clear is that very (5) _______ people reach the top and both parents and children should be prepared for failure even after many years of training.
Read the reading below carefully, and then complete it with the best option A, B, C or D given below
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