In some countries, the disease burden could be prevented through environmental improvements.
A.something to stiffer
B.something enjoyable
C.something sad
D.something to entertain

According to the first three paragraphs, technological tools that were designed to make our lives easier______
A.have not interfered with our privacy
B.have turned out to do us more harm than good
C.have brought us complete happiness
D.have fully met our expectations

Which of the following is NOT true about technological tools, according to new surveys?
A.They are being increasingly used.
B.They are used even during vacations.
C.They make our life more stressful.
D.They bring more leisure to our life.

Ann: More coffee? Anybody? Ben: __________
A.I don't agree. I'm afraid.
B.I'd love to.
C.Yes, please.
D.It's right, I think.

The brothers __________ most of the buildings in the street before long.
A.are owning
B.are going to own
C.will have been owning
D.will be owning

Ben: Our team has just won the last football match
Ann: __________
A.Good idea. Thanks for the news.
B.Yes. I guess it's very good.
C.Well, that's very surprising!
D.Yes, it's our pleasure.

Ann: __________
Ben: I have a terrible headache.
A.What's the matter with you?
B.What's the problem to you?
C.What happens with you?
D.What causes you?

She pays an enormous insurance premium on the family heirloom, her most __________ possession.
A.worthless
B.valueless
C.honourable
D.treasured

Supporters of free-market globalization point out that_______
A.investment will be allocated only to rich countries
B.taxes that are paid on goods will be increased
C.there will be less competition among producers
D.consumers can benefit from cheaper products

The phrase “keeps sellers on their toes ” in the passage mostly means________
A.prevents sellers from selling new products
B.forces sellers to go bare-footed
C.makes sellers responsive to any changes
D.allows sellers to stand on their own feet