I can’t say which wine is best . It’s a(n) ______ of personal taste.

A．affair

B．event

C．matter

D．variety

Out of ___ for the homeless children he gave them shelter for the night.

A．shock

B．shame

C．sympathy

D．surprise

The British government often says that providing children with      to the information superhighway is of great importance.

A．prevention

B．protection

C．allowance

D．access

I can’t say which sofa looks better. It’s just a (an) _____ of personal preference.

A．affair

B．problem

C．matter

D．variety

In spite of the city’s crowded urban environment, opportunities for outdoor _______ are never lacking.

A．reception

B．reservation

C．recreation

D．regulation

Peter is a brilliant language leaner. Within two weeks, he has developed a good _______ of Chinese and Japanese.

A．commitment

B．description

C．transformation

D．command

_____ the different cultures, values and levels of economic development in China and the West, both sides should respect the diversity of their development paths.

A．Considering

B．Consider

C．To consider

D．Considered

Showing ______ to a current or former teacher is a fair reward and an act of gratitude that will also make you feel better.

A．appreciation

B．enjoyment

C．delight

D．pleasure

Out of        for the poor children, the rich man gave them some money and food.

A．happiness

B．shame

C．sympathy

D．luck

In part of China, some people still have difficulty gaining       to social services.

A．assistance

B．help

C．access

D．benefit