The best title for this paragraph is________.

We can conclude from the passage that________.

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Man is a land animal, but he also closely tied to the sea. Throughout history the sea has served the needs of man. The sea has provided man with food and convenient way to travel to many parts of the world. Today, nearly two thirds of the world's population lives within 80 kilometers of the sea coast.

In the modern technological world, the sea offers many resources to help mankind survive. Resources on land are beginning to be used up. The sea, however, still can be hoped to supply many man's needs. The list of riches of the sea yet to be developed by man's technology is impressive. Oil and gas explorations have been carried out for nearly 30 years. Valuable amounts of minerals existing on the ocean floor are ready to be mined.

Fish farming promises to be a good way to produce large quantities of food. The culture of fish and shellfish is an ancient skill practiced in the past mainly by Oriental people.

Besides oil and gas, the sea may offer new sources of energy. Experts believe that the warm temperature of the ocean can be used in a way similar to the steam in a steamship. Ocean currents and waves offer possible use as a source of energy.

Technology is enabling man to explore ever more deeply under the sea. The development of strong, new materials has made this possible. The technology to harvest the sea continues to improve. Experts believe that by the year 2020 the problems that prevent US from exploiting fully the food, minerals, and energy source of the sea will be largely solved.

The major things that the sea offers man are________.

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The relationship between students and teachers is less formal in the USA than in many other countries. American students do not stand up (25)_______their teachers enter the room. Students are encouraged to ask questions during class, to stop in the teacher's office for extra help, and to phone if they are absent. Most teachers (26) _______students to enter class late or leave early if necessary. Despite the lack of formality, students are still expected to be polite to their teachers and fellow classmates.

When students want to ask questions, they usually (27) _______a hand and wait to be called on. When a test is being given, talking to a classmate is not only rude but also risky. Most American teachers consider that students who are talking to each other (28) _______ a test are cheating.

When you bought that new computer a couple of years ago, you probably thought its 500-megabyte hard disk would last forever.

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My mother often tells me never to accept a lift from someone I've just met!

Wildlife on Earth is disappearing fast and will continue to do so unless urgent action is taken.

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I only have time to tell you the main idea of it, not the details.

"A motorbike knocked Ted down I" - "__________."

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- "You look nice today. I like your new hair style." - " ."

This is the first time I __________ the experiment on plant breeding.

This switch is __________ high for him to reach.

The speaker said __________ nothing worth listening to.

I'm sorry for __________ such a fuss about the unfruitful plan.

The bomb __________ in a crowded street.

__________ the rise in unemployment, people still seem to be spending more.

Let's go to the library, __________?

Most Americans don't object __________ being called by their first names.

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Mary __________ the country by the time this letter reaches her.

It took them at least two months learning how to pronounce these words.

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I've been studying French since I have started high school.

Mr. Peter has written a lot of articles for the CNN News.

“Close your books and go out to play”, the teacher said to us.

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We’ll get there early so that we’ll be able to get tickets.

The word “converted” in the last sentence is closest in meaning to_______.

In the Lake Gardens, you can visit the following spaces EXCEPT _______.

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New York has Central Park; London has Hyde Park while Kuala Lumpur has its own piece of green belt amidst the hustle and bustle of city life. It's an ideal place for a leisurely stroll in a tranquil setting, all without having to leave the city. The Lake Gardens was created by Sir Alfred Venning, who persuaded the ruling government to allow him to turn a swamp land into rambling trails with man-made lakes, spanning 60 hectares. However, as the city expanded, the Lake Gardens reduced in size. But it is still a sizeable area and boasts of more than just grass and water within its grounds. For example, the gardens incorporate the National Monument, Bird Park, Hibiscus Garden as well as Malaysia's Parliament House. Additionally, Carcosa Seri Negara is on a hilltop overlooking the Lake Gardens. Today, the nineteenth-century British colonial mansion has been converted into an exclusive hotel.

According to the passage, what do New York, London and Kuala Lumpur have in common?

A region that usually gets enough rain may suddenly have a serious (28) _______and another region may be flooded with too much rain.

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Our demand for water is constantly increasing. Every year there are more and more people in the world. Factories turn out more and more products and (25) _______more and more water. We live in a world of water. But almost all of it - about 97% - is in the oceans. This water is too salty to be used for drinking, farming, and manufacturing. Only about 3% of the world's water is fresh. Most of this water is not easily available to man (26) _______it is locked in glaciers and icecaps.

          There is as much water on earth today as there ever was or will ever be. Water is used and reused over again. It is never used up. Although the world as a whole has plenty of (27) _______ water, some regions have a water shortage. Rain does not fall evenly over the earth. Some regions are always too dry, and others too wet. A region that usually gets enough rain may suddenly have a serious (28) _______and another region may be flooded with too much rain.

When you put on clothing or make-up, you place it on your body in order to wear it.

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If we had taken his sage advice, we wouldn't be in so much trouble now.