Question 36: Choose the correct answer for blank (1).

(1)_______, what one remembers in life are those moments that have impacted us the most. In the end, most of our memories get distilled into a few strong and condensed images, smells, sounds, and sensations. (2)_______, only the most memorable ones remain. A beautiful scene at a city vista, a melodious tune from a gifted street musician, the smell of spring’s first blossoms, or the warmth you felt when you first held your baby. (3)____________, one should concentrate one’s efforts to create core memories that last. Beautiful moments that cannot be taken away from us, even by disease or senility. (4)_________ we spend our lives trying to create such lasting memories and impressions for ourselves, we can claim to have led a fruitful life. We must lead our lives fully, (5)__________ we only have one life to spare.
Based on the above data, answer the given subquestions.

Choose the correct answer for blank (1).