17. Dr. Welson’s wealth enabled him to ______ his passionate interest in art.

23. What does the underlined word “broke” mean?

22. Why are the Shu embroidery skills in danger of dying out?

21. How many embroidery styles are mentioned in the passage?

20. —I have applied(申请)to be a volunteer for the 2022 Asian Games.—(______)! It will be a meaningful experience.

19. —Selina， I want to learn something about the Winter Olympic Games in Beijing.—Frank (______) know it， because he cares best about it.

18. —It’s reported that a new high-speed railway will be finished in recent years in our hometown， Bazhong. —Yes. Great changes (______) since I worked here.

17. — Zhu Hui， can you tell me (______)? — We make Zongzi and watch boat races.

16. To protect the environment， we should prevent people from (______)the trees.

15.—Ruby， could you please help me solve these problems? —(______)， but still half are left for you to do by yourself.

14.— I wonder (______)late for school yesterday. — Bad luck! I got up late and missed the bus.