Read the following passage and circle the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbers blanks.

There are many reasons why it (1) ____ important to have a hobby. It will give you a pleasure and help you relax. Many old people enjoy gardening. They (2) ____ a lot of trees and vegetables, so they can sell them for some money. In addition, a hobby can help you connect with other people. If you like (3) ____ stamps, you can join a stamp club to share your albums with other collectors. If your hobby is carving eggshells, you can give your products to your friends (4) ____ gifts.

1. A. have B. do C. are D. is

2. A. grows B. to grow C. growing D. grow

3. A. gardening B. playing C. selling D. collecting

4. A. as B. for C. in D. with