-- Do you think Brazil will beat Japan in the next match?
--Yes, they have better players, so I _______ them to win.
   A.  hope          B.  except    
     C.  expect           D.  prefer  
-- Do you think Brazil will beat Japan in the next match?
--Yes, they have better players, so I _______ them to win.
   A.  hope          B.  except    
     C.  expect           D.  prefer  
C