次の空欄に、anything but または nothing but のいずれかを正しく入れなさい。
1. After the intense workout, I wanted __________ a refreshing drink to quench my thirst.
2. The room was filled with __________ laughter and joy as friends celebrated the happy occasion.
3. She claimed to be an expert, but her presentation offered __________ a string of clichés and generalizations.
4. Despite the chef’s reputation, the meal was __________ a culinary masterpiece.
5. The detective found __________ a few scattered clues at the crime scene.
6. The professor’s lecture was __________ a tedious recitation of facts, with no engaging discussion or analysis.
7. When asked about the missing keys, she could remember __________.
8. The art gallery displayed __________ breathtaking paintings from various renowned artists.
9. The challenge was difficult, and the contestants gave it their all, but the results were __________ disappointment.
10. I searched the entire house and found __________ that resembled the missing book.
文の中に適切な語を選んでください。
11. She was an experienced hiker, __________ she confidently navigated through the rugged mountain trails.
a. moreover
b. suddenly
c. despite
d. always
12. The concert, __________ featured a variety of musical genres, drew a diverse audience.
a. who
b. which
c. because
d. quickly
13. She insisted on paying for dinner, ____________ I had already offered to cover the bill.
a. although
b. despite
c. even if
d. even so
14. After the heavy rain, __________ flooding the streets, the city implemented better drainage systems.
a. and
b. therefore
c. completely
d. when
15. The old library, __________ housed a vast collection of rare books, was a treasure trove for researchers.
a. but
b. where
c. so
d. which