_____ no spare parts, the equipment could not be repaired at once.
A. There being B. There having C. Being D. There was
We all suggest that she _____ at the weekend, because her pale face suggests that she _____ in bad condition.
A. does not work; is B. cannot work; was C. not worked; was D. not work; is
In my opinion, both teachers and parents should ____ the students from playing computer games so much, which affects their studies and health.
A. benefit B. protect C. discourage D. encourage
–Should I keep what we talked about just now secret from Sofia?
--She is our close friend, and deserves ____ the truth.
A. knowing B. know C. to know D. to be known
To reduce the pressure of traffic in our city, the government _____ banning cars in the city centre.
A. approaches B. advocates C. assists D. agrees
It’s said that this is the first time the painting_____ to the public, which attracts many people.
A. were displayed B. are displayed C. has displayed D. has been displayed