Exercise 1

Fill in the blanks.

1. He has ____________ into last place.

2. The colour of the car is____________ to its quality and price.

3. For many people cars ____________ personal freedom.

4. There has been a great deal of speculation _____________what will happen after the elections.

5. The government is losing___________by its failure to act quickly.

Exercise 2

Translation

1. 旅客在飞行期间不许抽烟。(duration)

2. There was no credible evidence against him.

 

教师解析

Exercise 1

Fill in the blanks.

1. He has dropped off into last place.

2. The colour of the car is secondary to its quality and price.

3. For many people cars symbolize personal freedom.

4. There has been a great deal of speculation about what will happen after the elections.

5. The government is losing credibility by its failure to act quickly.

Exercise 2

Translation

1. Passengers are requested not to smoke for the duration of the flight.

2. 没有对他不利的可靠证据.