Derek, a 16-year-old boy, had a terrifying experience when he fell ____ rapids while ____ in a river with his friends. The current was strong and he was ____ swept away from his friends, ____ to keep his head ____ water. His friends ____ to reach him, but the rapids were ____ dangerous. They called for help and ____ services quickly arrived ____ the scene. Rescuers battled the ____ waters to reach Derek, who was clinging to a rock for dear life. Finally, they ____ to reach him and pull him to safety. He was rushed to the hospital and treated for ____ and cuts and bruises. Derek's family is grateful to the rescuers ____ risked their ____ lives to save ____ son. They urge others to take caution when swimming in rivers and to always wear a ____ jacket. The incident has left Derek ____ but grateful to be alive. He credits the rescuers for his survival and plans to ____ their kindness by ____ as a first responder in the future.

Cloze Test 14 "Derek's near death experience"

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