阅读理解。
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项，选项中有两项
为多余选项。
Studying abroad
1._____ Semester, summer, and year-long programs allow you to attend school, take intensive
language courses, or perform community service in another country. Read on to learn more about study
abroad programs.
Why Study Abroad? Besides the excitement of travel, one reason to study abroad is that you will
experience new customs, holidays, foods, art, music, and politics firsthand. "Obviously, I learned the
language and am now fluent. 2._____ " says Andrew, who studied in Poitiers, France.
3._____ Christina studied in Caracas, Venezuela, a city of 10 million people and a huge change from
her hometown of 35,000! Christina says she learned how to better stand up for herself and her beliefs
and to express herself in another language. What could make you more confident than that?
Living away from home can also help you adjust in the transition to college and adulthood. Matthew
says he returned from studying in Australia with confidence, social skills, and a genuine interest in
international affairs that really set him apart from his peers. " 4._____ "
And speaking of college, improving your language skills might help you get into choice colleges and
even land future jobs. Colleges and employers know that studying abroad provides leadership skills in a
world that is increasingly globally interconnected.
5._____ You're not likely to suffer from disappointment, depression or general boredom while
you're studying in a different learning environment.
A. Most of all, it's fun!
B. Finally, it is really a thrill to experience a different culture.
C. Another reason for studying abroad is that you'll gain self-confidence.
D. But the most important is that you can visit so many world-famous attractions.
E. But perhaps more important was how much I learned about cultures, people, and myself.
F. After having gone abroad in high school, I found the transition to college to be a piece of cake.
G. Join a study abroad program, where high school and college students live with a host family in
a foreign country.
