1.（2020山东师大附中检测）Having retired from the human resources, old Ben makes an attempt to work （work）as a trainee in an online fashion shop.
2.（2020江苏） It is not a problem whether we can win the battle; it’s just a matter of time.
3.（2020全国新高考Ⅰ）The tests show that the social environment is extremely influential （influence） when we’re making decisions.
4. While/Though/Although rock music and poetry have many differences, they both do have the power to make us think about how we feel.
5. A computer explanation blindly compared calls produced by mothers and chicks, ranking （rank） them by similarity.
6. The message conveyed （convey） in this cartoon is apparent-actions speak louder than words.
7. We are trying to raise public awareness of environmental protection, particularly （particular） air pollution.
8. He had a deep voice, which set him apart from others in our small town, and he was strong and powerful.
