______ from the 19th century novel by Henry James, this film tells of a young woman’s conflicting feelings.
A. Adapted B. Adjusted C. Adopted D. Admitted
Usually pilots need about a decade of experience _______ they can be promoted to captain.
A. after B. before C. then D. when
Riding on the swings and playing with the ducks in the pond _____ our children’s greatest pleasures when we took them to the park.
A. is B. were C. was D. are
Please make sure that no details _____ before you deliver a speech.
A. would be overlooked B. will overlook
C. are overlooked D. are overlooking
Passengers _____ fasten their seat belts immediately after taking their seats. The belts should remain buckled during the flight whether or not the “fasten seat belt” light is on.
A. shall B. might C. need D. would
As _____ city with rich culture, Shanghai is ______ home to a number of artists who are determined to establish their own style.
A. the; the B. a; the C. a; / D. a; a