The jute, a relative of the basswood trees, flourishes in warm humid climates.
A.amplifies
B.swells
C. thrives
D.prolongs

Originally developed for Southern California, the Richter Scale was expanded for worldwide use.
A.prolonged 
B.enlarged
C.minuscule
D.swamped

The flowering pebble is a plant that looks like a stone and grows in arid areas.
A.deserted
B.damp
C.dry 
D.barren

Prior to World War I, 20 percent of American homes had electricity.
A.Before
B.During 
C.After  
D.Despite

There is no point in trying to warn him of the danger. He will just ____ a deaf ear. 
A.show 
B.turn 
C.give
D.offer

Some of the girls in my group tease me because I don’t wear makeup but I don’t ____. 
A.wear 
B.care
C.do 
D.like

We decided to ____ in Athens for a few days on our way home.
A.stop over
B.put up
C.set up
D. close down

I’m ____ a swimmer as my sister.
A.better
B.good as
C.not as good
D.so good

Japanese initially used jeweled objects to decorate swords and ceremonial items.
A.Japanese
B.used 
C.jeweled 
D.decorate

Because of attitudes shape behavior, psychologists want to find out how opinions are formed.
A.Because of 
B.shape
C. psychologists
D.are formed