The melon the Smiths served at dinner would have tastedif it had been put in the fridge for a little while.
| A. | good | B. | better |
| C. | best | D. | well |
—You know, Bob is a little slow __________ understanding.
—So I have to be patient __________ him.
| A.in; with | B.on; with |
| C.in; to | D.at; for |
Our teacher is very strict __________ us, and we all show our respect __________ her.
| A.with; for | B.with; to |
| C.in; to | D.in; for |
The novel "Gone With the Wind" is said __________ into several languages.
| A.to translate | B.being translated |
| C.having been translated | D.to have been translated |
Mary's parents objected to __________ John, who was poor and lazy.
| A.her marrying | B.her marry |
| C.she married | D.marry |
Every evening after dinner, if not __________ from work, I will spend some time walking my dog.
| A.being tired | B.tiring |
| C.tired | D.to be tired |