1 . Actually, the mindset of modernization with deep respect for the past isn’t only unique to Suzhou ________an indicative factor of Nanjing. (用适当的词填空)

2 . New technological inventions begin to play________ essential role, for example, the robot can help us clean up and finish much housework. (用适当的词填空)

3 . James was on the point of giving up his hoop dreams ______ former Sonics head coach Bob Weiss called him. Time finally came for him to shine on the basketball court. (用适当的词填空)

4 . It was a natural step to turn his skills into an opportunity to make all kinds of toys for his young grandson, and it was not long _________ his son and daughter-­in-­law decided to video Wang’s efforts. (用适当的词填空)

5 . Classical Chinese is not only a code or a tool, _________ the cultural backbone of all the great philosophies, spiritualities, and even arts in China and all over Asia.(用适当的词填空)

6 . As the clouds parted and the sun broke through, ___________ seemed that a sense of hope and optimism filled the air, signaling the start of a new chapter for the community.（用适当的词填空）

7 . We were about to leave ________ one of our friends called and said he would visit us soon. (用适当的词填空）

8 . I am a newcomer to the USA. I used to________ (live) in India. But I am used to ________ (speak) English. That’s because in India English is also used by Indians________ (communicate) with each other. (所给词的适当形式填空)

9 . Everyone was shocked to learn that their beloved teacher passed ________ in the fire. He gave up his life to save his students. (用适当的词填空)

10 . I was concentrating on reading a novel __________ I heard someone in the distance call my name. (用适当的词填空)