1. --- An explosion at nuclear power plant in Japan caused several workers injured.
--- Yes, _________ news came as ________ shock to us all.
A. the; the B. /; / C. /; a D. the; a
2. After staying in hospital for long, the patient was advised to go to the seaside to _____ his health.
A. take up B. pick up C. carry up D. make up