23. —How did you know it?
—Well, the news ____ all over the town.
| A．was spread | B．spread | C．was spreading | D．had been spread |
— Can I have a look at other jewels before I make a decision?
— Certainly. ________， Madam.
| A．That's right | B．It doesn't matter | C．Enjoy yourself | D．Take your time |
With all my attention _______ my homework, I didn’t even notice my father standing by me.
| A．to fix on | B．fixed on |
| C．fixing on | D．to be fixed on |
___ he _____ me the news yesterday, I would be at the party now.
| A．Should, tell | B．Did, tell |
| C．Had, told | D．Were, to tell |
— She suggested the number of cars should be limited to stop air pollution.
—_______, the idea is not very practical.
| A．Sounds good as it | B．As it sounds good |
| C．As good it sounds | D．Good as it sounds |
—Is there any particular soup you would like to have?
—_______ you select is all right with me.
| A．Whatever | B．Anything |
| C．No matter what | D．Whichever |