b Read the text. in brackets so that they fit the text.

To complete the text, let's analyze each paragraph and look for clues in the context to fill in the blanks appropriately.

1. First Paragraph:

   • The sentence talks about different transportation methods. The blank before "travel" likely refers to "people."
   • Correct phrase: "many people" (it fits grammatically and contextually).

2. Second Paragraph:

   • The paragraph contrasts past and present transportation, specifically mentioning steamboats.
   • The sentence likely contrasts the popularity of steamboats with other modes of transport.
   • Correct phrase: "other types" (to compare with steamboats).

3. Third Paragraph:

   • Discusses historical information about steamboats.
   • Refers to "in the 18th century" and "the first steamship."
   • Correct word: "invented" (referring to the creation of steamboats).

4. Fourth Paragraph:

   • Discusses the significance of a specific location and names "Mississippi River."
   • Likely refers to the River being central to steamboat activity.
   • Correct word: "crucial" (indicating importance).

5. Fifth Paragraph:

   • Focuses on the current state of steamboats and their representation.
   • Mentions a specific river, likely needing a possessive form.
   • Correct phrase: "America’s" (before "history").

6. Sixth Paragraph:

   • Talks about tourism and modern steamboats.
   • Likely referring to using steamboats for recreational purposes.
   • Correct phrase: "people take them" (indicating their use for trips).

Here's the filled-in text:

1. many people do not even think about how we travel
2. there are other types of transport
3. built a ship that was invented by steam
4. Mississippi River was especially crucial for this.
5. symbol of America’s history
6. People take them just to see what it's like to travel

These completions help maintain the logical flow and narrative consistency of the text.