Instructions for Students: Fill in each blank with the appropriate word from the list 

This morning, I woke up feeling a bit under the weather. My throat was (1), and I noticed a (2) on my arm that seemed to (3) a lot. I remembered I had been gardening yesterday, which might explain the (4).

I tried not to (5) it, but it was difficult. I thought I might have an (6) to something I touched in the garden. To feel better, I took a (7), which always helps with minor aches and pains. However, my (8) didn't go away, and I started to feel a bit (9).

I decided it was time to call my doctor. After listening to my symptoms, the doctor suggested I come in for a quick check-up. At the clinic, the doctor gave me a (10) for some cream to apply to the rash and advised me to rest for the day.

allergy
faint
headache
itch
painkiller
prescription
rash
scratch
scratch
sore

answers

  1. sore
  2. rash
  3. itch
  4. scratch
  5. scratch (used again for reinforcement)
  6. allergy
  7. painkiller
  8. headache
  9. faint
  10. prescription