1. I didnt help him. I would have, however, I didnt have the money.

　　A. or

　　B. but

　　C. otherwise

　　D. still

　　2. Gunpowder was used extensively in firearms prior to 1990.

　　A. in

　　B. around

　　C. from

　　D. before

　　3. The teams spirit was at the lowest point in the season.

　　A. ability to read

　　B. lesson

　　C. morale

　　D. talent

　　4. Mary had sold her bike, taken a driving test and bought a car.

　　A. examination

　　B. quiz

　　C. exercise

　　D. check

　　5. We have to think very carefully before we take any action, because its a veryserious situation we have encountered.

　　A. ideal

　　B. favorable

　　C. good

　　D. severe

　　答案：B D C A D