C. That’s all right D. Easier said than done
16. — I’ve given up smoking already, darling.
— You should have taken the doctor’s advice years ago. ________, anyway.
A. Better late than never B. It’s easier said than done
C. No pains, no gains D. Well begun is half done
17.—I think Maths is playing a more important part in the new test system. What about you? — ______. We should be more devoted to it.
A. No pains, no gains. B. Fact speaks louder than words.
C. Great minds think alike. D. Don’t claim to know what you don’t know.
18.—Tom, I’m sorry to say that I can’t go to watch tonight’s match with you, for I have to prepare for the coming exam.
—_______ Have some fun!
A. Don’t have too many irons in the fire. B. Don’t be a wet blanket.
C. Don’t put the cart before the horse. D. Don’t pull my leg.
(Keys:1-5 ABDDB 6-10 CBCCD 11-15 BCDAD 16-18 ACB)