．—Mr．Smith, I wonder if I could take Friday off?
— _____________? It’s a bit difficult with so many people away on holiday, you know．
| A．How come | B．Is it necessary |
| C．Where are you going | D．Do you really have to |
Although the wind has _____, the rain remains steady, so you still need a raincoat.
| A．turned to | B．set down |
| C．died down | D．blown up |
He was a much older player but he had the great _____ of experience.
| A．damage | B．identity |
| C．advantage | D．view |
The engine of the bus was out of order, and the bad weather _____ the worry of the passengers.
| A．added to | B．joined in |
| C．went through | D．cared about |
My sister was always _____ and careful while I would get excited and upset by the slightest thing.
| A．loose | B．straight |
| C．equal | D．calm |
I came here with your mother ________ to see you.
| A．specially | B．special |
| C．especially | D．especial |