A. acknowledge   B. consult  C. owe  D. circulate   E. contract

1. With no solid evidence, he refused to _______ stealing the lady's purse.

2. He is a famous lawyer and many people come to _______him about some cases.

3. Because of your help, I have made great progress in my study. In other words, I __my progress to your help.

4. The economy continues to _______, raising fears of further political problems.

5. During an emergency period, those who _______false news should be severely punished by the authorities.