Section Ⅰ Use of English Directions: Read the following text. Choose the best word(s) for each numbered blank and mark ［A］, ［B］, ［C］ or ［D］ on Answer Sheet 1. (10 points) Most worthwhile careers requi...
Section Ⅰ Use of English Directions: Read the following text. Choose the best word(s) for each numbered blank and mark ［A］, ［B］, ［C］ or ［D］ on Answer Sheet 1. (10 points) Generally speaking, a British...
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