Question

The 40-somethings found themselves in an embarrassing situation ______ rapid changes in all aspects of society.

1. A.
   as a consequence of
2. B.
   in favor of
3. C.
   for the purpose of
4. D.
   by means of

Answer 1

A
考查短语。A. 因此，作为……的结果B.有利于，支持C. 为了……的目的D. 用，依靠。句意：作为社会各方面都快速发展的形势结果，40多岁的中年人发现他们自己陷入了一个尴尬的境况。故选A。