Volodymyr Kuzmenko, a 29-year-old former special forces sniper, recently experienced an exhilarating first. After losing his right leg during the conflict, he prepared to try wake boarding at a Kyiv lake. He adapted a standard wet suit by tying the excess fabric around his hip, then hopped confidently to a waiting speedboat. The veteran whooped with joy as the boat pulled him across the water, discovering an unexpected thrill in this challenging new sport.
As summer arrives in Kyiv, residents are emerging from a brutal winter marked by relentless Russian attacks. Parks overflow with picnickers while sunbathers reclaim the sandy shores along the Dnipro River. Despite continued bombardment of the capital, civilians and veterans alike are embracing outdoor life. The war's human cost is unmistakably evident in the growing number of amputees returning from the front lines.
While Ukraine maintains secrecy regarding its military casualties, the Superhumans Center estimates at least 100,000 amputees now require care in the country. The organization provides prosthetic limbs and comprehensive rehabilitation services. Veteran support group One Team Forces focuses on helping wounded soldiers return to active lives through organized races and sports programs. Some veterans have suffered multiple amputations, with several having lost all four limbs. Nevertheless, they continue pushing physical boundaries and discovering new ways to redefine their capabilities.
Sources: nytimes.com
The words in bold are from the article.
| 1. exhilarating | a. constant |
| 2. confidently | b. taking back |
| 3. emerging | c. thorough |
| 4. relentless | d. boldly |
| 5. reclaiming | e. thrilling |
| 6. evidently | f. clearly |
| 7. secrecy | g. confidentiality |
| 8. comprehensive | h. limits |
| 9. capabilities | i. coming out |
| 10. boundaries | j. abilities |
1.e 2.d 3.i 4.a 5.b 6.f 7.g 8.c 9.j 10.h