Exercise 1 - Part 3
Use the word given in CAPITALS and brackets to form a word that fits in the gap.
The (0) origin (ORIGIN) of the modern marathon is a fascinating tale. Many people believe that the first (1) (COMPETE) in ancient Greece ran the same distance we do today. However, this is a common (2) (CONCEIVE). The (3) (LONG) of the race was not standardized until much later. In fact, the (4) (GROW) of the event's popularity led to a need for official rules. For many runners, the (5) (LIKE) of completing such a grueling distance is enough motivation. While some find the physical strain (6) (BEAR), others require intense mental preparation to succeed. The (7) (STRONG) of one's resolve is key. Ultimately, the (8) (SATISFY) of crossing the finish line remains a lifetime achievement for thousands of amateur athletes worldwide.