1. (2023高一下·辽源期中) 语法填空

（Keep）a diary in English is one of the most effective ways to improve our English writing ability. Compared with other (form) of writing, it is shorter and takes less time. can help us to develop the habit of thinking in English. （Gradual）we'll learn how to express ourselves in English. As for me, I have kept this habit since I（be）12 years old and was the first student in my class （write）English diary. I often have difficulty finding suitable words and phrases. And it is extremely hard for us to use English properly. As far I am concerned, we should always have a notebook and a Chinese-English dictionary. When we meet new words, we can first put them down in our notebook and then look the words in our dictionary. We can also ask our English teacher for help. In short, I believe that it is very___(use) to keep a diary in English．If we persist（坚持）, （We）English will become better and better.