IV. Choose the word (A, B, C or D) that best fits each blank space in the following passage.
Last year was a special occasion when I (17) ______ my mind to experience the nomadic lifestyle in Mongolia. Living among nomadic families, I had a deep (18) ______ with nature and the simplicity of life that was both humbling and liberating. During my journey, each day began with the (19) ______ sounds of animals and the people preparing for a day, as well as brought new adventures from herding livestock across endless grasslands to sharing stories around the warmth of the ger camp. My daily activities depended (20) ______ the rhythm of nature, tending to animals before dawn, taking a midday break and gathering firewood for warmth in the afternoon. Interesting (21) ______ it was, living as a nomad presented some challenges such as harsh weather conditions, remote locations and the constant need to adapt. In the end, my experience of the nomadic lifestyle in Mongolia was not only a journey of exploration, but a profound lesson in living (22) ______ with nature.
