The stronger the ___________ is, the more quickly a person will learn a foreign language. That is to say, it is up to whether he has an interest in the foreign language. 

It was with great delight that I read in your February _____ the letter to the Editor written by Prof. Johnson.

Before choosing a career you should spend time thinking about your personal______and weak points.

The __________ rate has been rising in the past decade in China，________ is reported in a recent survey. People find it hard to maintain their marriage.

After three months, these young students finally became used to the ______ of life in a big city abroad.