1. The teacher's ______ remarks brought a blush to Konan's cheeks and a smile to his face.

2. A series of tornadoes left a ______ of destruction across the country.

3. Even though Fiona is an award-winning writer in Southeast Asia, she remains ______ outside the region.

4. Having been in the same job for many years, Mrs Lee decided to ______ on her own and start a business.

5. Mrs Lim encourage her daughter to read ______ by sharing with her a wide variety of books.