42. 
______ this fact, French still has an impact on the English language.
| A．although | B．In spite | C．Despite | D．Even if |
The continuous rain was _____ for the exceptional poor harvest
| A．blamed | B．condemned | C．accused | D．charged |
The shop-assistant was straight with his customers. If an article was of _____ quality, he'd tell them so.
| A．minor | B．humble | C．inferior | D．awkward |
What you have done is _____ the doctor's orders.
| A．attached to | B．resistant to | C．responsible to | D．contrary to |
The police refused to _____ the clues they were working on.
| A．exhibit | B．disclose | C．expose | D．discern |
Driving a car without insurance can have _____ consequences.
| A．uncertain | B．disastrous | C．potential | D．unworthy |