问题
选择题
He is no longer in good condition, and his ability to work is limited. I _______ him to give up the job but failed.
A．suggested
B．persuaded
C．tried to persuade
D．managed
答案
答案：C
句意：他身体状况不好，而且他的工作能力也有限。我试图说服他放弃这份工作，但失败了。A. suggested建议；B. persuaded说服；C. tried to persuade试图说服；D. managed设法完成，后常跟to do。结合后半部分可知，选C。
考点: 考查动词的用法。