According to the data from Robb’s studies, men produce slightly ______ speech. But no sex difference in the reading task was found.

A. clearest B. clear C. clearly D. clearer

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From the health point of view we are living in an amazing age. We are free from many of the most dangerous diseases. A large number of once deadly illnesses can now be cured by modern medicine. It is almost certain that one day medicines will be found for the most stubborn remaining diseases. The expectation of life has increased greatly. But though the possibility of living a long and happy life is greater than ever before, every day we witness the unbelievable killing of men, women and children on the roads. Man VS the motor car! It is a never-ending battle which man is losing. Thousands of people the world over are killed or horribly killed each year and we are quietly sitting back and letting it happen.

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B. Thousands of people the world over are killed each year.

C. The laws of some countries about driving are not lax.

D. Only stricter traffic laws can prevent accidents.

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A. Society laughs at the motorists.

B. Huge car parks are built in the cities and towns.

C. Victims of accidents are nothing.

D. Society forgives their rude driving.

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A. Driving can show his hidden qualities.

B. Driving can show the other part of his personality.

C. Driving can bring out his characters.

D. Driving can represent his manners.

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A. Build more highways.

B. Stricter drivin tests.

C. Test drivers every three years.

D. Raise age limit and lay down safety specifications.

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