We, ______ a discussion with the teacher, came to understand the problem better.
| A．holding | B．held | C．being held | D．having held |
Although he hasn't any formal qualifications, Betas _____ to do well for himself.
| A．managed | B．succeeded | C．arranged | D．convinced |
John always tries to _____ people who are useful to him professionally.
| A．develop | B．provoke | C．correspond | D．cultivate |
What a terrible experience! _____ , you are safe, that's the main thing.
| A．Somehow | B．Anyhow | C．Somewhat | D．Anywhere |
He has recently _____ chess to provide himself with some relaxation.
| A．taken on | B．taken up | C．held on | D．held up |
It has been decided that this company has the _____ right to print Mr. Smith's novels.
| A．eventual | B．versatile | C．extensive | D．exclusive |