She’s an only child, but they didn’t really __________ her. A. hurt B. damage C. spoil D. harm 42. His parents __________ him the opportunity to go to university. A. ignored B. neglected C. refused D. denied 43. __________ all our efforts to save the school, the authorities decided to close it. A. As for B. Besides C. Except D. Despite 44. For a successful business, friendly and __________ staff are essential. A. sufficient B. effective C. efficient D. respective 45. To _________ their new shampoo, they are selling it at half price for a month. A. progress B. proceed C. promote D. propose