To make his fortune abroad, he ________ making the necessary preparations.
| A．set in | B．set off | C．set out | D．set about |
There has been a reduction in crime in our city this year; ________ last year, far fewer crimes were committed.
| A．in return for | B．in terms of |
| C．in addition to | D．in comparison with |
No one hates arguments more than Martin—he becomes miserable whenever they occur. ________, in his household, disputes are abundant.
| A．Generally | B．Actually |
| C．Unfortunately | D．Roughly |
There are lots of rules about good manners, but the ________ idea behind them all is this: Treat people the way you wish they would treat you.
| A．fundamental | B．conventional |
| C．controversial | D．original |
It is the custom for people to bow to one another in Japan. When Fred visited that country he bowed too, even though he felt ________ doing it.
| A．innocent | B．awkward | C．elegant | D．stressful |
A talent agent ________ Christi’s parents to let him appear in commercials. He thought Christi had the potential of being a very good model and making a lot of money.
| A．appealed to | B．relied on |
| C．picked out | D．called on |