No. 1 It was shocking news that Silverstone Corporation was fined for committing ------- and substantial violations of federal law. (A) serious (B) seriousness (C) seriously (D) serious-minded No. 2 Most of the students who work here as interns ------- comprehensive technical backgrounds. (A) needs (B) have (C) gives (D) do No. 3 The local business became profitable enough ------- new branches in nearby towns. (A) to open (B) opening (C) open (D) opened No. 4 Unless we hear from you ------- ten days, we will have no choice but to close your account. (A) within (B) without (C) through (D) throughout No. 5 Please fill out this application form and ------- it down to the administration office as soon as possible. (A) bring (B) brought (C) bringing (D) brings No. 6 Jeff was surprised to ------- that one of his colleagues had been fired while he was on leave. (A) find (B) think (C) told (D) saw No. 7 ------- personal consumption is one of the important factors to support the Chinese economy. (A) Slow (B) Shy (C) Strong (D) Sacred No. 8 News reports must confirm if the source is ------- before reporting the news. (A) changeable (B) portable (C) unable (D) reliable No. 9 Bob raised his hand to ask a question ------- during the presentation. (A) quickly (B) early (C) quick (D) short No. 10 The Westwood Foundation is committed to ------- buildings and houses of historical significance. (A) preserving (B) have preserved (C) be preserved (D) preserve