Cultural heritage is important because it helps us to remember who we are and where we come from. It is what makes us unique, and it is also (24) _______ unites us as a community or a society. Cultural heritage can be anything from a building or a monument to a song or a story that has been (25) _______ through the generations.

     Unfortunately, cultural heritage is under threat in many parts of the world. War and conflict often result in the destruction of buildings and sites of historical or cultural importance. For example, the ancient city of Palmyra in Syria was badly damaged by ISIS in 2015. Natural disasters (26) _______ earthquakes and flooding can also cause irreparable damage to cultural heritage. In addition, there is the problem of neglect. Many old buildings and sites are not properly maintained and fall into disrepair.

     However, there are things that we can do to protect and preserve our cultural heritage. One of the most effective ways is through education. By teaching people about the importance of cultural heritage, we can help to ensure that future generations will value and care for it. Museums, libraries, and cultural centres all have a (27) _______ to play in preserving our heritage. They can collect and display items of historical importance, and they can provide information and resources to help people learn more about their own culture and the cultures of others. Technology is also helping to preserve cultural heritage. (28) _______ 3D scanning and printing can be used to recreate lost or damaged artifacts and buildings.

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 24 to 28.