24. He is very _______ about his chance of winning a scholarship this semester.
| A．optional | B．obvious | C．optimistic | D．conventional |
As we all know, the government is now making every __________ to set up a harmonious society.
| A．effort | B．effect | C．measure | D．performance |
Shirley, a real book lover, often brings home many books to read __________ the library.
| A．in | B．for | C．by | D．from |
The wine industry in the area has developed in a special way, __________ little foreign ownership.
| A．by | B．of | C．with | D．from |
Everybody was touched __________ words after they heard her moving story.
| A．beyond | B．without | C．of | D．in |
The plan being promoted by the White House would give Washington the power to make medical decisions __________ patients.
| A．on the behalf of | B．represent |
| C．on behalf of | D．B and C |