It was believed that things would get worse, but ____ it is they are getting better.
| A．before | B．after | C．because | D．as |
—Oh, my God, the room is in such a mess.
—It must be caused by the cat, I'll ____ all the things _____.
| A．put/ out | B．put/ away | C．put/off | D．put/ through |
. He tried to join the Army but was ____ because of poor health.
| A．turned down | B．turned back | C．turned over | D．turned against |
—Did you enjoy his speech? —Sure, what he said really ____.
| A．makes sense | B．makes a difference | C．makes sure | D．makes it |
Never ____my secret!
| A．give up | B．give in | C．give away | D．give off |
—-How much is your sweater ____? —$25.
| A．cost | B．paid | C．worth | D．worthy |