It is illegal for a public official to ask people for gifts or money _______ favors to them.
A. in preference to B. in place of
C. in agreement with D. in exchange for
The way the guests ___ in the hotel influenced their evaluation of the service.
A. treated
B. were treated
C. would treat
D. would be treated
Nowadays, there is a increase in children’s creativity, for they are greatly encouraged to develop their talents.
A. sharp B. slight
C. natural D. modest
He didn’t selfishly keep for himself the money inherited from his uncle. Instead, he made a ______ contribution to help the community.
A. commercial B. generous C. comparable D. profitable
Most air pollution is caused by the burning of ____ like coal, gas and oil.
A. fuels B. articles C. goods D. products
Teachers have to constantly update their knowledge in order to maintain their professional ________．
A. consequence B. independence
C. competence D. intelligence
