My early_______ at learning playing the piano was a failure although I took a fancy to it.

Many people lost their ____ in the firem but a few lucky ___ escaped.

An increasing number of people enjoy sun-bathing, but experts warn that too much ________of the body to strong sunlight is harmful．

Electricity, like other forms of ______, has greatly increased in price in recent years. 

What a wonderful ___________ and color! I’ll take the dress.