—Does it rain a lot in this area?
—________，it hardly ever rains；the climate is like that of a desert.
| A．What’s more | B．In other words |
| C．On the contrary | D．As a result |
He neverto help others in trouble because he is a kind-hearted man.
| A．handled | B．hurried | C．hesitated | D．happened |
As the party was very informal, Jack stood there looking stiff andin his formal dress.
| A．comfortable | B．awkward | C．convenient | D．surprising |
Markhave hurried. After driving at top speed, he arrived half an hour early.
| A．needn’t | B．wouldn’t | C．mustn’t | D．couidn’t |
He didn't makeclear when and where the sports meet would be held.
| A．this | B．it | C．that | D．one |
Being able to speak another language fluently is a greatwhen you are looking for a job.
| A．advantage | B．chance | C．assistant | D．importance |