32. Difficulties and hardships have ______ the best character of the young geologist.
| A．brought in | B．brought up | C．brought out | D．brought about |
II. Grammar and Vocabulary
Section A
Directions: Beneath each of the following sentences there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one answer that best completes the sentence.
This is the latest attempt to find a peaceful solution _____ the troubles in this area.
A.of B. to C. for D. about
---- Can I look at the prices for a few more minutes before I order?
---- Of course. _____________, sir.
| A．Make yourself at home | B．Enjoy yourself |
| C．It doesn’t matter | D．Take your time |
Great honors will be given to ______ have successfully rescued the victims of the earthquake.
| A．those who | B．whoever | C．who | D．whom |
. Is this the reason ______ at the meeting for his carelessness in his work?
| A．why he explained | B．he explained | C．what he explained | D．how he explained |
_______ the house prices have risen sharply, the number of buyers is as great as ever.
| A．Despite the fact that | B．In spit of what |
| C．Regardless of | D．Contrary to |