Question 40. a. I threw my hat in the ring for an English debate competition, hoping to showcase my speaking abilities. b. Last spring, I de...

Question 40. a. I threw my hat in the ring for an English debate competition, hoping to showcase my speaking abilities.

b. Last spring, I decided to step out of my comfort zone and participate in my school’s debate club.

c. Yet when I faced experienced opponents, I struggled to articulate my arguments clearly and lost badly.

d. That challenge taught me that confidence comes from preparation and that losing builds character more than winning.

e. Rather than withdrawing from debate, I studied argumentation techniques and practiced with senior club members regularly.

A. a-b-c-d-e                        B. b-c-a-e-d                        C. b-a-c-e-d                        D. d-b-a-c-e