____ the consequences of the chemical leaks, the specialists haven’t given final conclusion before they obtain accurate statistics.
| A．In addition to | B．As a result of | C．In spite of | D．With regard to |
We were listening closely to the lecture yesterday evening when suddenly the light ________.
| A．had been gone out | B．go out |
| C．was gone out | D．went out |
________ the manager has arrived, we can begin our discussion right away.
| A．If | B．When | C．Now that | D．Even if |
He has always insisted on _______ Dr Turner instead of Mr Turner.
| A．been called | B．called | C．calling | D．being called |
After a short ________, I got my bag from the thief’s hand successfully.
| A．exchange | B．explanation | C．encouragement | D．struggle |
----Sorry to say I can’t play basketball with you this afternoon, for I’ll have to prepare for the coming examination.
-----________. Have some fun!
A. Don’t be a wet blanket B. It’s a no-brainer
C. Don’t pull my leg D. We’re all ears