74.It is true that human beings have had war constantly throughout history; nevertheless human civilization has managed to ______.

26.You may have already seen your dream house. Before you ______ an offer, you can do a few more things to ensure you purchase the right property for the right price.

25.The new law tries to maintain a balance between national interests and _______ rights.

24.As the outdoor concert attracted crowds of teenagers, the organizer made sure police and volunteers were ______ throughout the event, just in case.

23.As a Harry Potter fan, Emily felt ______ to visit the Elephant House, the cafe shop in Edinburgh where J.K. Rowling started writing the series.

22.Nowadays when you buy a house in a big city, you have to ______ lots of money in the property.

21.Jack recommended to me a unique restaurant that _______ in seafooD.

20.For the time being, this computer system is still in its _______ stages.

19.The following table includes a list of subjects at the _______ of scientific exploration.

18.The general decided to launch a( ) ______ on the enemy at midnight.

17.We set out to find the truth behind the ______ of the scientist’s disappearance.