B. Directions: Fill the blanks with the appropriate words from the given choices inside the parenthesis (tighten, reach. over. offence, loosen, reverse, basic under. defence) The 1) hold is use to increase the speed and distance of strikes. The point finger does not 2) the grip just like the other three fingers. The thumb locks 3) the finger to avoid disarms. During sparring, as athletes cross stick with powerful blows, the 4) hold is still the best in blocking and preventing the strike to reach its target. The 5) hold is not usually use in sparring competitions because stabbing with the edge or bult is not allowed.​