Last year, the crime rate in Chicago has sharply（ ）.
A.declined B.lessened C.descended D.slipped
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问题2：
A.merchandise display B.advertising store C.store layout D.atmosphere
问题3：
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问题4：
A.the outer areas B.the coldest areas C.the least traveled areas D.the smallest areas
问题5：
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