V. Complete the reading passage. Write ONE suitable word in each blank. Diwali is one of the biggest and most important festivals in India. It usually (1) ___________ between October and November. Nowa...

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Diwali is one of the biggest and most important festivals in India. It usually falls (1) between October and November. Nowadays this festival is celebrated by both Hindu and non-Hindu communities and lasts (2) for about five days. During the time of the festival, Indians clean their houses and buy gold or kitchen utensils to help bring good luck. Then, they decorate their homes with clay lamps, which are the symbol of the inner light protecting from spiritual darkness.

(3) After the busy days of preparation, family members gather together for prayers to their own goddess, delicious feasts, and colourful fireworks (4) light up the night sky. They also visit their friends and relatives and (5) exchange each other many gifts and best wishes.