Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 33 to 37. 

Library is a collection of books and other informational materials made available to people for reading, study, or reference. The word library comes from liber, the Latin word for “book”. (33)______, library collections have almost always contained a variety of materials. Contemporary libraries maintain collections that include not only printed materials such as manuscripts, books, newspapers, and magazines, but also audio-visual and online databases. In addition to maintaining collections within library buildings, modern libraries often feature telecommunications links that provide users with access to information at remote sites.

The central mission of a library is to collect, organize, preserve, and provide access to knowledge and information. In fulfilling this mission, libraries preserve a valuable record of culture that can be passed down to (34) ______ generations. Libraries are an essential link in this communication between the past, present, and future. Whether the cultural record is contained in books or in electronic formats, libraries ensure (35) ______ the record is preserved and made available for later use.

People use library resources to gain information about personal interests or to obtain recreational materials such as films and novels. Students use libraries to supplement and enhance their classroom experiences, to learn (36) ______ in locating sources of information, and to develop good reading and study habits. Public officials use libraries to research legislation and public policy issues. One of the most valued of all cultural institutions, the library (37) ______ information and services that are essential to learning and progress.

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In spite of her abilities, Laura has been ______ overlooked for promotion. 

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In some countries, the disease burden could be prevented through environmental improvements. 

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Only one of our gifted students _____ to participate in the final competition. 

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I will not stand for your bad attitude any longer. 

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I wonder who drank all the milk yesterday. It ______ have been Jane because she was out all day. 

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Five thousand dollars _______ big sum of money. It’s worth trying. 

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He was successful because he was determined to pursue personal goals. He was not talented. 

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There has been a great increase in retail sales, ______? 

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The pool should not be made so deep ______ small children can be safe there. 

The Lake District, ______ was made a national park in 1951, attracts a large number of tourists every year.

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A small _____ of this medicine should be enough to lessen the pain. 

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International students should (A) take full use (B) of (C) tutorial (D) appointments. 

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We all agree that she is ______ student in our class.

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He succeeded _______ getting a scholarship. 

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I did not arrive in time. I was not able to see her off.