----We ____ at the station so early. The train leaves at 9:20.
---- I thought it would go at 8:00, and you didn’t refuse to set off so early.
A. needn’t have arrived
B. didn’t have to arrive
C. shouldn’t have arrived
D. mustn’t arrive
I ____ my close friend three times today but her line was always busy.
A. had phoned B. have phoned
C. have been phoning D. was phoning
Winter swimming should be encouraged because it is ____ for building one’s character.
A. qualified B. essential
C. beneficial D. specific
I sent my invitation to a wrong address by mistake. Otherwise, Mr. Green ____ to me.
A. would have replied B. had replied
C. would reply D. replied
It’s the ____ of beauty and intelligence that made her stand out in the contest.
A. attempt B. connection C. relation D. combination
When we ____ on our life journey after graduation from university, we are confident about our future.
A. set about B. set up
C. set down D. set off