1、单选题：

We see many special education directors trying to ________ the quality of their programs with much less money and much smaller staff.

选项：
A:maintain
B:expand
C:transcend
D:nominate
答案: 【maintain】

2、单选题：

Most Chinese parents would prefer to choose some professions that are stable and could bring _____ and economic benefits.

选项：
A:triumph
B:prestige
C:handicap
D:statesman
答案: 【prestige】

3、单选题：

He knows that the _______ of social status can consume vast amounts of his time and effort.

选项：
A:misfortune
B:tragic
C:pursuit
D:dedication
答案: 【pursuit】

4、单选题：

It is legally possible for an elderly person to ______ someone to act for them, should they become incapable of looking after themselves.

选项：
A:nominate
B:inhibit
C:commend
D:robust
答案: 【nominate】

5、单选题：

Darwin's thinking both drew upon and _______ the conventional ideas of his time.

选项：
A:transcended
B:preclude
C:deviate
D:handicap
答案: 【transcended】