Karate is more than just an art of self-defence in times of trouble. It builds character and keeps its exponents in shape. In karate, individuals learn to control their (36) .............and bodies, replacing aggression with tolerance, and pride with humility. They also learn that fighting is always the last resort in (37) .................a conflict. Karate instils an iron-clad discipline, tutoring exponents to stretch their tolerance and humility to levels beyond their normal sphere of experience. (38).......... the discipline, an exponent soon learns, one cannot master the martial art. (39).............., there are many misconceptions about karate. Most of this misunderstanding results from the violent shows on television or on the big screen. Due to all these movies, karate has now (40)..............misused through a lack of understanding of its basic principles. 36. A. minds B. heads C. skills D. brains 37. A. making B. having C. getting D. solving 38. A. Excluding B. Without C. With D. For 39. A. Unfortunately B. Generally C. Luckily D. Specially 40. A. made B. begun C. become D. turned