Realistic fiction has three functions. First, realistic fiction can serve as a reference thatcan__11__ a child’s worldview. So, a child may understand people’s actions and develop__12__ .Second, realistic fiction can be a__13__ of comfort. When a child has a problem, he or she can reada book that deals with the same type of problem. This may give a child comfort and hope. Third,realistic fiction can provide new experiences to prepare a child with the ability to__14__ his or herlife for the future. These three functions are beneficial to a child because they can help a childcomprehend his or her strengths and weaknesses and become__15__ .
【題組】11.
(A) excise
(B) expand
(C) excerpt
(D) expunge