The lawyer conceded that her statement was true（）

单项选择题She（）the list of names to see if hers was on it.

A. glanced
B. gazed
C.peered
D. seamed

单项选择题The emperor turned to alchemy to ensure immortally, but contrary to his wishes, the wrong chemistry shortened his life（）

A. good fortune
B. quick recovery from his illness
C. never-ending life
D. everlasting peace