US president George Bush ____ the war in Iraq on March 20,2003. But internationally, the US war in Iraq _____ as one country misusing its power over a weaker nation.

   A．started, has been criticized                B. has started, had been criticized

   C．started, has criticized                     D. had started, was criticized

—Did you enjoy your holiday?

—Yes, it’s the best holiday I       these years.       

   A．had     B．have had   C．had had    D．would have

On our way to school, suddenly it began to rain, and we hurried to take______under a big tree．

       A．recovery B．notice      C．advantage        D．shelter

I think John will           a good monitor, so I’d like to vote for him.

   A. turn      B．change      C．elect  D．make

—Have you finished your homework yet?

 —Not yet, I ___ to do it just a few minutes ago.

   A. get down        B. set out        C. set about       D. set up

The thieves _____ him _____ in the park, took his wallet and escaped.

　　A. held .. back      B. held .. up

　　C. held .. on        D. held .. out

Bill is not a fast runner and he doesn't have a chance of winning the marathon, but he will _____ the race even if he finishes last.

　　A. keep on    B. keep to    C. stick out    D. stick to

He hated the war so much that he decided to leave the army _____.

　　A. for long    B. once in a while

　　C. for good    D. once upon a time

He has recently _____ chess to provide himself with some relaxation.

　　A. taken on B. taken up  C. held on D. held up

This album is _____ as it was the only one ever signed by the President.

　　A. unusual    B. unique    C. rare    D. special