21. _____ of his wealth, John is not very happy. A. Beside B. Because of C. In spite of D. Besides ...

8. Niu Lang _____ his lonely and poor life with an old cow, his only friend. A. resided B. inhabited C. lived D. dwelt ...

17: –– James: Hi, Harry. ____ –– Harry: Hi, James. I just bought a new camping tent. I can’t wait to use it. A: What’s up? B: What’s on? C: What’s wrong? D: What’s right? ...

20: –– How is your brother these days? –– He hasn’t been too well recently. –– ______What’s the matter? –– I think he’s been overworking. A: It’ll be pleased to hear you ask after him. B: That’s not too bad. C: I’m sorry to...

11: –– Can I do anything for you? –– _____ A: No. You can’t do anything for me. B: No, it’s alright. I can manage myself. C: Never mind. D: It’s my pleasure. ...

21. Lisa: May I use your computer this afternoon? Cathy: I’m sorry, but I have to finish typing this term paper today.Lisa: __________. A. Thank you just the same B. Do as you please C. It doesn’t matter D. Neve rmind ...

22. Desk Clerk：Good afternoon，Holiday Inn. Customer：Hello，I'd like to book a double room for the nights of 23rd and 24th please. Desk Clerk：______ A. What's the matter？ B. Just a minute, please. C. What can I do for you？ D. Ca...

7. It seemed as if all of a ______ the animal had smelt danger in the air. A. sudden B. moment C. minute D. once ...

22. He seemed _______ the secret. A. know B. to knowing C. to know D. known ...

14. He was the last person ________ the boat. A. to leave B. leaving C. left D. to leaving ...