___ that the government can lead them out of the financial crisis, people are optimistic about the future of the country.
They were _____ inventors than pure scientists.
Old as the car is, _____ it works quite well.
The stubborn boy didn't _____ so that he missed the chance.
You'd better make a mark _____ you have any questions.
I like ______ of the two stories, for this story is _____ than that one.