The word "exercise" in line 15 is closest in meaning to _______ .
A.utilize
B.consider
C.design
D.defend

The word "elicit" in line 18 is closest in meaning to ________ .
A.compose
B.rule out
C.predict
D.bring out

According to the passage, one advantage of live interviews over questionnaires is that live interviews _________ .
A.cost less
B.can produce more information
C.are easier to interpret
D.minimize the influence of the researcher

Proteins are made up of folded irregularly chains, the links of which are amino acids.
A.made up of
B.folded irregularly
C.the links
D.which are

The astronomy is the oldest science, but it continues to be at the forefront of scientific thought.
A.The astronomy
B.science
C.continues to
D.at

Gold or silver bullion serve into commerce mediums of exchange all over the world.
A.silver
B.into
C.all
D.the world

The passage mainly discusses costumes in term of its__________
A.physical protection
B.religious significance
C.social function
D.beauty and attractiveness

What is the purpose of the paragraph 1?
A.To describe the uses of costume
B.To contrast costume with the clothing
C.To trade the origins of costume
D.To point out that clothing developed before costume

_________(37)
A.usage
B.advantage
C.use
D.utilization

_________(39)
A.to be
B.being
C.like
D.as