___ you are familiar with the author’s ideas, try reading all the sections as quickly as you can.
A. Ever since B. Now that C. So that D. As long as
The present situation is very complex, so I think it will take me some time to ____its reality.
A. make up B. figure out C. look through D. put off
In summer people often wear dark glasses as _________ against the bright sunshine.
A. permission B. protection C. prediction D. prevention
–Let’s go Dutch for this supper, OK?
--No, _______ this time, as a reward for all your help.
A. it’s up to you B. it’s my treat C. let’s talk about it D. it doesn’t matter
–Have you finished your first paper?
--_________. Just half of it. How about you?
A. Not at all B. Not likely C. Not a bit D. Not yet.
The 40-somethings found themselves in an embarrassing situation _____ rapid changes in all aspects of society.
A. as a consequence of B. in favor of C. for the purpose of D. by means of
