Part IV. ClozeHerbs and spices, the products of certain aromatic plants, have been prized __31__ antiquity as flavoring,
perfuming, and preserving agents, and __32__ their curative properties. In regions __33__ they were indigenous, herbs
and spices were valued as medicinals, for making cosmetic oils and perfumes, and for flavoring and __34__ food
and drink. Many __35__ to have magical powers. For instance, thyme was considered a source of courage, and
tansy and sesame were associated with immortality.
【題組】34.
(A) was preserved
(B) preservation
(C) preserved
(D) preserving
(E) be preserved