Athens __________ the birthplace of western civilization.
| A．are known as | B．is known as |
| C．are known for | D．is known for |
It was some time __________ I realized the fact that I had been cheated.
| A．until | B．before |
| C．unless | D．since |
We should think of what use can __________ such a material.
| A．be made for | B．be made of |
| C．be made from | D．be made into |
The writing brushes __________ bamboo and animals' hair.
| A．are made of | B．is made from |
| C．is made of | D．are made up |
The old man was almost dying, terrified with darkness and loneliness. He really __________ love and care.
| A．turned up | B．relied on |
| C．starved for | D．won back |
When will the dinner be ready? I __________.
| A．am starving | B．starved |
| C．was starving | D．have starved |