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Sam was very nervous. It was his first day in a new1, and lunch was only thirty minutes away. For most students, lunch is the2part of the school day. It is time when you talk with your friends, get to know what interesting things everyone is doing, and, of course,3. Sam, however, didn't know anyone or anything, like where to sit or with whom to sit at lunch.

Sam's4was in the army, so his family moved a lot. He had really liked his old school and5leaving his two best friends. They still talked to each other through phone calls and emails,6he couldn't see them every day. He wondered if their7would continue. He didn't want to lose them, but he knew it would be8for them to stay close.

"I know this is hard on you, "his mother said as he got ready for school this morning, "and I'm really9you have to keep changing schools." Sam could see regret in her eyes, but he didn't want her to feel that way.10had always been ready to defend（保卫） not only the family but also the country. Sam loved her so much. He gave her a smile and told her not to11. He had wanted to mean it, but there was still always worry in him when they moved.

The12 time came quickly. As Sam was walking to the dining room, a voice behind him said, "Excuse me." Sam13and saw five friendly faces.

"Would you like to join us?  " asked one of them.

This14 invitation was exactly what he needed. Sam nodded yes15and joined them. He was sure about his future school life now.