Read the text below and think of the word which best

Read the text below and think of the word which best fits each space. Use only one word in each space. There is an example at the beginning (0).

THE MEANING OF COLOUR
We may chose (0)example: to wear particular colours just because of personal preference or fashion. However, particular colours (1)
always had special meanings or uses. Black, for example, is generally thought (2)
as suitable for serious occasions and in the West it is traditional for funerals. This is (3)
the case in China, however, (4)
white is worn at funerals.
Some colours may be chosen for practical reasons. Road workers, who need to (5)
easily seen, often wear jackets (6)
bright yellow or orange stripes (7)
are clearly visible to drivers. Green is generally regarded as (8)
calming colour, and so it is often used in places (9)
doctors' waiting rooms. Blue is many people's favourite colour, and there may be a connection (10)
this and the popularity of the blue jeans. Blue also symbolizes loyalty and for (11)
reason fashion consultants recommend wearing blue clothes to job interviews.
So the next time you buy something to wear in your favourite colour, stop and think. (12)
does it say about you?