Section C Directions: Complete the following passage by using ONE word that best fits the context. The first religions started thousands of years ago, when people began to believe in spirits. These spirits were usually believed to control things such  48  fire, wind, water and animals. There are many tribes around the world who still follow this type of religion, and they believe that some spirits are good 49  others are dangerous. The people in these tribes often wear a necklace made from animal teeth or bones  50  they believe that this will protect them 51 sickness and harm. According to the traditional religious beliefs of  52  Karen tribe from western Thailand, there are spirits that live in houses, fields, water, rice, buffaloes and trees. 53 believe that the spirits must all be given presents of food because if they are  54  they will be great suffering and burdens for people to bear. The most important person in Karen village is the priest and he is consulted regularly about sacrifices and 55 ceremonies.