二．单项选择（15分）
21. Owing to ______ natural environment, many people feel that New Zealand is perfect for ______ outdoor activities.
A. /; the B. the; the C. the; / D. a; /
22. ----How about the book you are reading?
----Good indeed. It ____ many problems we have come across in our study.
A．says B. reads C. covers D. refers
23. I need some way to _______ the kids for an hour. Can you give me some advice?
A. associate B. impress C. occupy D. grasp
24. In Pakistan, marrying without parental approval can mean ___ from one’s family.
A. being completely cut up B. to be completely cut down
C. to be completely cut out D. being completely cut off
25. In April, thousands of holidaymakers remained ________ abroad ________ the thunder storm.
