25. The car burst into ________ but the driver managed to escape.

A. fire          B. burning         C. heat         D. flames

26. The little boy pleaded ________ his mother not to leave him alone in the dark.

A. on            B. in           C. with           D. at

27. It is the recommendation of many psychologists ________ to associate words and remember names.

A. that a learner uses mental images          B. that a learner use mental images

C. that a learner must use mental images           D. mental images are used

28. Sarah delivered a/an ________ appeal to the court and asked for mercy.

A. sensational          B. sentimental         C. emotional        D. affectionate

29. Of course I’ll play the piano at the party but I’m a little ________.

A. out of use         B. out of reach           C. out of turn       D. out of practice