Directions: There are 10 blanks in the following passage. For each blank there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. You should choose the ONE answer that best completes the passage. Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.
It is important to be active in communication. In traditional American society it was often said that “Children should only speak when spoken 41 .” An adult, however, is expected to take the 42 in communicating about matters that are of 43 concern him or her.
Do not be slow to 44 up. Do not always wait to be spoken to or asked a question, but give your opinions and ideas bravely. Americans 45 it impolite if you have a relationship or work together with someone 46 you do not speak up and say what is 47 your mind. They do not consider 48 if you speak up and make a mistake. This is 49 better. Speaking up is considered good; 50 silent is not. Express your thoughts both in one-to-one conversations and during conferences, seminars, and other group situations.
41. A. to B. with C. by D. for
42. A. position B. start C. act D. lead
43. A. initial B. original C. primary D. important
44. A. put B. fix C. stand D. speak
45. A. found B. claim C. consider D. make
46. A. and B. but C. or D. for
47. A. against B. above C. beyond D. in
47. A. polite B. impolite C. appropriate D. natural
49. A. much B. ever C. even D. still
50. A. remaining B. maintaining C. holding D. retaining
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