C. READING (3 points) IV. Read the passage and choose the best answer A, B, C or D to complete the passage (1 point)

It is a custom in Britain and European countries (26) ______ a person’s day. Members of the family and close friends are supposed to be present at the party. If they can’t come, they may send a gift by post. (27) ______ the party, the person who gives the birthday party opens all the gifts in front of all the people and thanks them for the gifts. The mother usually (28) ______ a birthday cake, or if she can’t, she may order one from a cake - shop. A number of candles are placed on the top of the (29) _______ and will be lighted when the party starts. The number of candles is the same (30) ______ the age of that person. After the light is out, they all sing the song “Happy birthday to you.” Then they play some games, sing or dance together.

26. A. celebrate B. to celebrate C. to celebrating D. celebrated

27. A. At B. On C. Under D. In

28. A. does B. invents C. makes D. cause

29. A. cake B. microwave oven C. TV set D. table