(2013·郑州二模)A college is going to ________ a student's ability based on grades and then make the decision to admit or refuse an applicant.

(2013·山东淄博二模)Maria ________ the interviewers with her knowledge and experience, and as a result she was offered the job.

(2013·福建南平二检)—Does he work hard at his lessons?
—Yes, he ________ no effort, as far as I know.

(2013·安徽合肥二模)—The cars give off a great deal of waste gas in the streets.
—Yes. But I'm sure something will be done to ________ air pollution.

(2013·辽宁六校高三二模)Those who want to say anything more ________ your hand and then ________ to speak.

(2013·新课标全国卷Ⅰ)Try not to cough more than you can ________ since it may cause problems to your lungs.

(2013·新课标全国卷Ⅱ)The watch was very good, and he ________ 20 percent down for it.

________ a certain doubt among the people as to the practical value of the project.

— Oh, fantastic! What is your comment on the song Jingubang?
— Terribly sorry! I _____.

The aging population _____ each day .There must be some kind of interesting activity for the old.