There was nothing they could do _____ leave the car at the roadside where it had broken down.




A.but
B.instead of
C.than
D.unless

Why does the writer add the information in square brackets in paragraph 5?




A.because the quote is from a second language user whose command of English is not perfect
B.because, although they are not part of the original quote, the additional information given is necessary to understand the statement
C.because the writer is quoting from another source
D.because the writer wants to emphasize the meaning of these words

Which of following is NOT given as a reason why folk-made objects are replaced by mass-produced objects?




A.cost
B.prestige
C.quality
D.convenience

The phrase “largely renounces” is closest in meaning to _____.




A.generally rejects
B.greatly modifies
C.loudly declares
D.often criticizes

_________ (42)




A.hint
B.symbol
C.feature
D.sign

_________ (39)




A.contain
B.retain
C.hold
D.keep

The consequences of the typhoon were disastrous due to the lack of precautionary measures.




A.damaging
B.beneficial
C.severe
D.physical

She started the course two months ago but dropped _____ after only a month.




A.in
B.out
C.off
D.back

Laura had a blazing _____ with Eddie and stormed out of the house.




A.row
B.word
C.chat
D.gossip

_____ I might, I couldn’t open the door.




A.No matter how hard
B.However hard
C.Try as
D.All are correct.