1. A .......... is a fictional character or persona that has superior and often supernatural abilities.

2. A .......... taker is a term used to describe someone who likes to take chances. This kind of person enjoys the excitement that comes with gambling and odds.

3. Many .......... have sailed around the world throughout history. Our lives would be very different if these people hadn't risked their lives traveling to unknown seas and continents.

4. My mother always told me to be careful and to take certain precautions in order to prevent injuries. She used to say, "It's better to be safe than .......... ."

5. Paul is a .......... guy. He takes unnecessary risks and gambles with his money. He thinks his decisions are exciting, but I think they are stupid and reckless.

6. We should all try to .......... the dangers in our homes. By trying to lessen these hazards, we can protect ourselves from unnecessary injuries and loss.

7. Steve makes some .......... decisions at times. He doesn't take the time to think situations through and winds up making silly and dangerous decisions.

8. My grandfather used to say, "Curiosity killed the .......... ." This means that sometimes people are too curious and wind up in harm's way because of it.

9. Tony got a medal for his .......... during the war. He risked his life in order to save his fallen comrades.

10. Shirley is a very .......... woman. She went skydiving last week, and now she's going mountain climbing. Her goal is to climb Mount Everest!