【推荐1】They kept their collection at home until it got too big ________ until they died, and then it was given to a museum. (用适当的词填空)

【推荐1】The spare room can be designed as an excellent entertainment center, a playroom, _________ a large home office. (用适当的词填空)

【推荐2】The volunteers not only take care of the aged and look after children but also resolve conflicts, Wang noted, adding that if disagreements, quarrels, _______ any other fights occur, “Taiping Women” will be there to help. (用适当的词填空)

【推荐3】His mouth was too dry to speak ________ he could not reach for the water now. (用适当的词填空)