Each star on the flag of the United States _______ a state of this nation.
A.stands by B.stands out C.stands for D.stands up
The White House took advantage of some strategies, hoping to _______ the media's attention away from foreign policy issues.
A.shrink B.shelter C.shift D.shake
Parents in Glasgow are reacting against the plan to _______ 25 primary schools.
A.slow down B.shut down C.set down D.settle down
In this article, you need to back up general statements with _______ examples.
A.shabby B.spicy C.specific D.stubborn
If possible, _______ with the police office upon your arrival at the town so that it's possible to find you in case of emergency.
A.register B.negotiate C.propose D.schedule
I feel both excited and nervous to speak before such a large audience, so I spent a lot of time _______ my lecture.
A.promoting B.releasing C.refreshing D.polishing
