1.These are defensive behavior patterns which ( ) from our fears.

　　derive

　　rely

　　thrive

　　inform

　　【答案】A。A项：源于、起源;B项：依靠、信赖;C项：繁荣;D项：通知。句意: 这些是从我们的恐惧中衍生出来的防御行为模式。故本题正确答案选A。

　　2.One's economic condition often ( ) his or her way of life.

　　A. depends

　　B. shows

　　C. reduces

　　D. influences

　　【答案】D。动词辨析。A项：决定;B项：演出;C项：减少;D项：影响。句意:一个人的经济状况往往会影响他或她的生活方式。故本题正确答案选Do