Though _____ in San Francisco, Dave Mitchell had always preferred to record the plain facts of small-town life.
13. He was absorbed ____ a book and didn’t hear your repeated call.
12. They were astonished _____ the news of his escape from prison.
11. Tom was arguing _____ the payment of the bill_____ John.
10. We were anxious _____ news of your safe arrival.
9. I was angry _____ missing the gongfu film with Cheng Long as hero.