Here are the answers to the questions: 22. The theme for today's sermon is "honesty". The word "theme" refers to the main subject or topic of a talk, piece of writing, or sermon. The correct option is D. theme. 23. The saying, "All the world is a stage" is attributed to Shakespeare. To "attribute" something to someone means to regard it as belonging to or produced by them. The correct option is B. attributed. 24. One needs an opponent to argue in a debate. An "opponent" is someone who competes with or opposes another in an argument or contest. The correct option is D. opponent. 25. The new headmaster gives his first address to the students this evening. "First" is used to indicate the initial or earliest in a series of events or actions. The correct option is B. first. 26. The crime was prevented by the vigilance of the police. "Vigilance" means the action or state of keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties, which is how police prevent crime. The correct option is D. vigilance. 27. Rosemond's credentials show she is qualified to manage the firm. "Qualified" means officially recognized as being suitable for a particular job or position, which is what credentials demonstrate. The correct option is A. qualified. 28. The protracted dispute between the royal families has now been settled. "Protracted" means lasting for a long time or longer than expected, which fits the context of a dispute that has finally been settled. The correct option is C. protracted. 29. It has become a celebration gifts on Valentine's Day. Giving gifts on Valentine's Day is a way of observing or marking the occasion, which is a form of celebration. The phrase should be "a celebration of* gifts" or "a tradition of giving gifts". Assuming "celebration" is the closest fit for the context of the day. The correct option is C. celebration.