1．When the lost boy saw the smoke rising inthe distance, he became excited immediately.
2．Most girls are terrified (terrify) of snakes and mice, both of which look very ugly.
3．We planned to start out at dawn, but the sudden rain ruined our plan.
4．It was a misty (mist) morning, but it soon became clear when the sun began to shine.
5．It has been confirmed that the meeting will take place next week.
6．The questionnaire takes approximately (approximate) ten to fifteen minutes to complete and can be used along with the assessment interview.
7．I'm very pleased (please) with my cooking. It looks nice and smells delicious.
8．He is famous for mixing Chinese musical traditions with Western forms and instruments.
9．Rather than wander with you without any aim，I will stay at home to have a good rest during the holiday.
解析：句意：假期期间我会待在家里好好休息，而不是和你一起无目的地闲逛。rather than意为“而不是”。
10．It is estimated that approximately(approximate) 300 factories in this province closed down during the economic crisis.
解析：句意：据估计本省大约300家工厂在经济危机中倒闭了。
