Salt

Salt is a remarkable (remark) thing. It is a basic element in the diet of humans. It is also necessary for__ 41() (animal) and plants. It is one of the most_ 42() (effect) and most widely used of all food preservatives (防腐剂). Its industrial,_ 43() (medicine) and other uses are almost countless. In fact, salt has been a(n)_ 44()(importance) element of life. It also has been the subject of many stories. It is 45()(frequent) mentioned in fairy tales. Some cultures give magical power to salt. In the past, salt_ 46()(serve) as money at various times and 47()(place). Salt has been the cause of bitter wars. In many cultures,_ 48()(offer) bread and salt to visitors is a_ 49()(tradition) sign of welcome. Salt-making_ 50()(cover) much of the history of Europe since Roman times.

I refused to keep the new dog at first because

• A、it looked very strange

• B、I was afraid of losing it

• C、I didn't like it

• D、it kept barking at me

Pooja's father refused to give her the money for the business.

• A、True

• B、False

• C、Not Given