Read the text below. Choose from (A-H) the one which best fits each space (17-22). There are two choices you do not need to use.

Music for the Soul

It is impossible for me (17)________ when it comes to the subject of music or the music program in school. I have been in my school's band since I was in the sixth grade. The unity and structure of the music caught my ear and pulled me in (18)________. I was interested in how so many instruments could all have different parts and still fit together (19)___________. I toyed with the thought of playing multiple instruments before I decided to follow my big brother's footsteps and invest in a saxophone. Six years have passed since (20)_________________ for the first time and I still enjoy playing.

Although I do view my school as a very fun and exciting place with eccentric teachers and great students, I would not enjoy it if it was (21)__________. For the people in a band, music class is an escape from the math, English, and science classes they take every day. Music is a way for students (22)___________. As a music fan, I sleep, read, and do homework better when there is music constantly playing in the background.

Read the text below. Choose from (A-H) the one which best fits each space (17-22). There are two choices you do not need to use.

Music for the Soul

It is impossible for me (17)________ when it comes to the subject of music or the music program in school. I have been in my school's band since I was in the sixth grade. The unity and structure of the music caught my ear and pulled me in (18)________. I was interested in how so many instruments could all have different parts and still fit together (19)___________. I toyed with the thought of playing multiple instruments before I decided to follow my big brother's footsteps and invest in a saxophone. Six years have passed since (20)_________________ for the first time and I still enjoy playing.

Although I do view my school as a very fun and exciting place with eccentric teachers and great students, I would not enjoy it if it was (21)__________. For the people in a band, music class is an escape from the math, English, and science classes they take every day. Music is a way for students (22)___________. As a music fan, I sleep, read, and do homework better when there is music constantly playing in the background.

Read the text below. Choose from (A-H) the one which best fits each space (17-22). There are two choices you do not need to use.

Music for the Soul

It is impossible for me (17)________ when it comes to the subject of music or the music program in school. I have been in my school's band since I was in the sixth grade. The unity and structure of the music caught my ear and pulled me in (18)________. I was interested in how so many instruments could all have different parts and still fit together (19)___________. I toyed with the thought of playing multiple instruments before I decided to follow my big brother's footsteps and invest in a saxophone. Six years have passed since (20)_________________ for the first time and I still enjoy playing.

Although I do view my school as a very fun and exciting place with eccentric teachers and great students, I would not enjoy it if it was (21)__________. For the people in a band, music class is an escape from the math, English, and science classes they take every day. Music is a way for students (22)___________. As a music fan, I sleep, read, and do homework better when there is music constantly playing in the background.

Read the text below. Choose from (A-H) the one which best fits each space (17-22). There are two choices you do not need to use.

Music for the Soul

It is impossible for me (17)________ when it comes to the subject of music or the music program in school. I have been in my school's band since I was in the sixth grade. The unity and structure of the music caught my ear and pulled me in (18)________. I was interested in how so many instruments could all have different parts and still fit together (19)___________. I toyed with the thought of playing multiple instruments before I decided to follow my big brother's footsteps and invest in a saxophone. Six years have passed since (20)_________________ for the first time and I still enjoy playing.

Although I do view my school as a very fun and exciting place with eccentric teachers and great students, I would not enjoy it if it was (21)__________. For the people in a band, music class is an escape from the math, English, and science classes they take every day. Music is a way for students (22)___________. As a music fan, I sleep, read, and do homework better when there is music constantly playing in the background.

Read the text below. Choose from (A-H) the one which best fits each space (17-22). There are two choices you do not need to use.

Music for the Soul

It is impossible for me (17)________ when it comes to the subject of music or the music program in school. I have been in my school's band since I was in the sixth grade. The unity and structure of the music caught my ear and pulled me in (18)________. I was interested in how so many instruments could all have different parts and still fit together (19)___________. I toyed with the thought of playing multiple instruments before I decided to follow my big brother's footsteps and invest in a saxophone. Six years have passed since (20)_________________ for the first time and I still enjoy playing.

Although I do view my school as a very fun and exciting place with eccentric teachers and great students, I would not enjoy it if it was (21)__________. For the people in a band, music class is an escape from the math, English, and science classes they take every day. Music is a way for students (22)___________. As a music fan, I sleep, read, and do homework better when there is music constantly playing in the background.

Read the texts below. Match choices (A-H) to (11-16). There are two choices you do not need to use.

Kobie B., New Mexico

I love to hike up to our favorite camping spot in one of the canyons. The majesty of the mountains overwhelms me as I search for caddis fly larvae beneath the pebbles in the stream and it saddens me to think of all the water going to waste in my city while I splash around to my heart's content.

Who of the kids____________?

Read the texts below. Match choices (A-H) to (11-16). There are two choices you do not need to use.

Jonathan S. Massachusetts

Making my descent, I can't help feeling claustrophobic and anxious.- I've waited for this moment forever and now I'm so nervous. Since my twelfth birthday I've read and studied. Full of knowledge, with a scuba license and lots of gear weighing me down, I sink into the warm Caribbean Ocean - a place I've only imagined about visiting.

Who of the kids____________?

Read the texts below. Match choices (A-H) to (11-16). There are two choices you do not need to use.

Michael P., New York

The timid, green, Asian Shore Crab froze when confronted with my towering metallic camera lens. I held my breath and focusing on the animal in front of me, 1 clicked, capturing the moment forever. Photography permits me to discover our planet and myself at the same time. By taking these pictures I can share my excitement for exploration with friends.

Who of the kids____________?

Read the texts below. Match choices (A-H) to (11-16). There are two choices you do not need to use.

Kennan N., Florida

I monitor the water level of my pond to discover the effects of heavy rains and drought. This lets me know when I need to water my plants and when there has been sufficient rainfall. I also like to study the water quality in the pond. Exploring water has become my passion and one day it will be my career.

Who of the kids____________?