56. In the college entrance examination, one of my students did very well _____ poor handwriting.
| A．except | B．except for | C．except that | D．but for |
When the group discussion is nearing its end, make sure to ________ it with important points.
| A．conclude | B．lead | C．avoid | D．hold |
New computers are soon out of date since newer models are ________ constantly.
| A．turned up | B．turned out |
| C．turned down | D．turned over |
Maria ________ the interviewers with her knowledge and experience, and as a result she was offered the job.
| A．provided | B．inspired |
| C．persuaded | D．impressed |
The twin sisters were shopping for hours on Women's Day and managed to ________ bags of bargains.
| A．come across | B．pick up |
| C．deal with | D．take in |
My mother and her old friends talked of some things and people ________ they remembered in the school.
| A．whom | B．which |
| C．who | D．that |