Read the following passage and indicate the correct word for each of the blanks.

Looking for an unforgettable way to celebrate that special occasion? Well, the ….(56)of options open today’s youngster – or even “ oldster” for that matter, is a far cry from the traditional party or restaurant visit. No longer is it ….(57) sufficient to invite your friends round , buy some food and get a barker to produce a cake. No, today’s birthday boy or girl is looking for something out of the ordinary, ranging from the ….(58) expensive to the downright dangerous. Anything goes, as long as it is unusual and impressive. Top of this year ‘s popular …..(59) are as follows: taking some friends rally driving , helicopter lessons, plane trip and parachuting , and hot air ballooning . Then there is always group bungee jumping or taking your buddies on a stomach – churning , while water rafting ……(60) down rapids. The desire of adventurous celebration is not restricted to the ….(61) . I recently met an octogenarian who celebrated …..(62) the milestone of eighty by having a fly lesson. Of course, if you have money the world is your oyster. A very rich relation of mine flew fifty of his friends to a Caribbean island to mark the passing of his half century. Unfortunately I was only a ….(63) relation. Undoubtedly, the more traditional forms of celebration do continue to ….(64) the less extravagant or less adventurous among us. However, with my own half century looming on the horizon I would not say no to a weekend in Paris and a meal at the Eiffel Tower. I can …(65)dream. Perhaps by the time I’m eighty I’ll be able to afford it.

Well, the ….(56)of options open today’s youngster – or even “ oldster” for that matter, is a far cry from the traditional party or restaurant visit.