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All the options for the first blank are relevant. But for the second blank, we infer from the ‘statement’ that the crowd has to be riotous. Thus, option (3) is correct.

The subject 'Each' is singular, requiring the singular verb form 'has'. Therefore, 'Each of the Olympic athletes has been practising' is grammatically correct.

The word 'few' is used with countable nouns, such as 'cards'. 'Less' and 'little' are used with uncountable nouns, while 'fewer' is the comparative form, which is not required here.

When comparing two people, the comparative form 'more beautiful' is required. 'Most beautiful' is for three or more.

The phrase 'would rather' is the correct idiomatic expression for expressing a preference.

The correct idiomatic structure is 'supposed to' followed by the base verb.

In an imperative sentence, the base form of the verb is used. 'Open' is the correct imperative form.

The preposition 'between' is used when referring to two specific entities. 'Among' is typically used for three or more.

The phrase 'in cash' is the standard idiomatic expression for making payments using physical currency.

The adjective 'ashamed' is followed by the preposition 'of' when indicating the cause of the shame.

The verb 'reach' is transitive when referring to a destination; therefore, it does not require a preposition like 'to' or 'at'.

The adjective 'proud' is followed by the preposition 'of' to indicate the object of pride.

The verb 'accompany' in this context indicates movement toward a destination, requiring the preposition 'to'.

The adjective 'different' is standardly followed by the preposition 'from' in British and international English.

The phrasal verb 'deal with' means to handle or address a subject or problem.