When you read something in English, not surprisingly, you will frequently come across words you do not fully understand. One of (36) first things you do may be checking the meaning in a dictionary. Alternatively, you might make a guess. The strategy you adopt depends (37) on the degree of accuracy you require and the time at your disposal.

If you are the sort of person (38) tends to turn to the dictionary frequently, it is worth remembering that every dictionary has its limitations. Each definition in dictionaries is only an approximation and learners build up a picture of the meaning of a word only after meeting it in (39) contexts. It is also important to recognize the dangers of dictionaries that (40) from English into your native language and vice versa. If you must use a dictionary, it is usually safer to use an English-English dictionary.

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

 One of (36)__________________first things you do may be checking the meaning in a dictionary.