If Lincoln had lived, it________ be that his postwar policies would have brought criticism upon him that would________ his reputation.
A.might as well … have tarnished B.might well … have tarnished
C.might as well … tarnish D.might well … tarnish
The uncontrolled emotional reaction of the nation to Lincoln’s death was incredible and demonstrated the high esteem________ he was held.
A.whom B.for whom
C.which D.in which
According to Thomas Jefferson, it is ________ that keep freedom alive.
A.conflicting ideas and unquestioning agreement
B.not conflicting ideas but unquestioning agreement
C.unquestioning agreement and not conflicting ideas
D.not unquestioning agreement but conflicting ideas
________ a day when few noble persons ever spoke to those of humble origins except________ an order, Jefferson went out of his way to talk with people of humble origins.
A.On … give B.On … gave
C.In … giving D.In … to give
________ to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I ________ not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter.
A.If it were left … would B.Should it leave … must
C.Would it be left … should D.Was it left … would
Only if you ________into ordinary people’s life, ________ find out why they are dissatisfied and understand the revolution threatening the country.
A.have gone … you will B.will go … may you
C.go … you may D.do go … you will