Ⅰ. 单句填空
1. That people's dress is different from country to country is a （reflect） of cultural differences.
2. （fail） can make positive contribution to your life once you learn to make good use of it.
3. People were shocked at his sudden （die）. It was really a shock to them.
4. The chairman thought necessary to invite Professor Smith to speak at the meeting.
5. The place we visited last Saturday was the Summer Palace.
6. We seek （improve） relations between our two countries.
7. Nearly one hundred countries recognize English their official language.
8. It's just not worth risking his life to escape （punish）.
9. In rural areas, where ambulances can take a relatively long time to arrive, the phone boxes have taken lifesaving role.
10. The declaration is meant （bridge） the gap between the rich and the poor in this district.
