Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet  to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 29 to 33

THE ROLE OF GRANDPARENTS IN CHILDREN'S UPBRINGING

The word "grandparents" is descriptive of the unique dual parenting role that this generation assumes. It emphasizes the vital part they play in family life. With a (29) ______ of old world experience behind them, and with the unique ability to metamorphose from advisers or mediators into listeners or friends, they can offer support and stability in an ever-changing world. The underlying sense of responsibility (30) _______  goes with this is tremendous. 

Grandparents perform a balancing act between the needs of their adult children and those of their  grandchildren. This role is varied. It is imperial at times, muted at (31) ______. It goes underground whenever required, but it is solid and absolutely dependable. Grandparents often (32) _______ the gap  between parents and children. Rebellious, independent children who are trying to find their feet are almost  always at loggerheads with their parents. The role of grandparents can be very important provided that they  act as impartial judges and are able to convey this feeling to both parties. One important thing, which seems  to be missing in the lives of children today, is a sense of family, values, beliefs and principles. This is where  the grandparents step in. (33) _________, instilling beliefs and values is not as easy as it was fifty or sixty  years ago. 

(29) _________

• A. 
  health
• B. 
  significance
• C. 
  value
• D. 
  wealth