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Since first grade, I had always done well on tests. When it came to fifth grade science, however, I was _______. I couldn’t seem to understand or _______ it no matter how hard I tried.

My mom and dad had always been so _______ of my grades, and I didn’t want to let them disappointed. So just before the test I had written several _______ from the textbook on my desk in pencil. The writing was so light that it could hardly be seen. I went _______ as the teacher started to hand out the test paper. I didn’t want to be caught, but I didn’t want to _______ either.

As the teacher was starting down my row, suddenly the _______ went off. We all _______ the door and stood together, waiting to be allowed back into the building.

As I stood outside in the warm sunshine, I realized what a fool I had been. I knew my mom and dad would still love me no matter what my _______ were. As soon as we came into the classroom, I walked to my desk and ________ the notes away. I had been given a second chance, and I wasn’t going to ________ it. I took the test, did my best and felt ________. I don’t remember what my grade was, but what happened that day has stayed in my mind ever since.

Life is full of second chances, but you have to be willing to ________ them. You have to be willing to accept your ________ and grow from them. When you are given a second chance in life, cherish it! And use it ________!