1 . My teacher introduced me to a new ______ to learning English, which focused on real-world communication.

A．reply

B．treatment

C．reaction

D．approach

2 . The winner of the competition to be held on Sunday ______a prize package including a trip to Europe and a cash prize.

A．is rewarded

B．will be awarded

C．was awarded

D．has been rewarded

3 . ______ the long hours and hard work, she never complained and always kept a positive attitude.

A．In addition to

B．In spite of

C．In charge of

D．Except for

4 . She had reached a position ______ she was forced to choose between her career and her family.

A．that

B．which

C．when

D．where

5 . ______ reluctantly, she agreed to attend the party, ______ that it would be a chance to meet new people and expand her social circle.

A．Somehow, knowing	B．Anyhow, knew
C．Somewhat, knowing	D．Anyway, knew

6 . It is the first time that I ______ in a marathon, and the experience is truly rewarding and ______.

A．have participated, exciting	B．had participated, exciting
C．participated, exciting	D．participate, excited

7 . When the small country ______ war on America, the whole world was shocked

A．announced

B．ensured

C．declared

D．claimed

8 . After years of struggling with hardships and setbacks, he finally ________the toughest time of his life and became stronger than ever.

A．made out	B．went through
C．stirred up	D．searched for

9 . On account of continuous exam pressure and lack of after-class activities, an increasing number of students’ mental health ________ in school nowadays.

A．has been affecting	B．have been affected
C．are affected	D．is being affected

10 . The new employee found it challenging to ________ the working environment in the new company due to the significant cultural differences.

A．contribute to	B．adapt to
C．lead to	D．stick to