Little _______ that the region was rich in natural resources about four decades ago.
| A．we did know | B．knew we |
| C．did we know | D．we knew |
—Jason, you need to refresh yourself with a cup of coffee.
—Yeah, I went to bed very late last night, __________，early this morning.
| A．rather than |
| B．what's more |
| C．or rather |
| D．what's worse |
We haven't seen each other for many years, so I am quite __________ the plan that we should have a party this weekend.
| A．in place of |
| B．in favour of |
| C．in honour of |
| D．in need of |
Though __________ with the present situation, the local government could not find effective measures to reduce the risk of coal mine accidents.
| A．unsatisfied |
| B．being unsatisfied |
| C．unsatisfying |
| D．to be unsatisfied |
Mr. Smith bought a new house with a big garden,which became the __________ of his neighbours.
| A．envy |
| B．admiration |
| C．respect |
| D．pride |
I hate going out alone, so I often ask my room-mate to __________ me.
| A．defend |
| B．protect |
| C．accompany |
| D．guard |