English has been very popular because it is the _______ language in many western countries.

Celine Dion9 who performed wonderfully at the Spring Festival Gala, is _____as she was 15 years ago.

Tim’s performance was __wonderful than Peter’s in the play. The audience thought little of both.

This construction firm has a long history, complete facilities, fine technique and     service.

When we arrived in the deep night, we found there was no food _______ as all the shops were shut.