— Tod hadn’t passed the exam and was afraid of being scolded.— _____.
This is the _____ piano on which the composer created some of his greatest works.
Mr. Smith gradually _____ a knowledge of the subject.
The policeman stopped him when he was driving home and _____ him of speeding.
His new appointment takes _____ from the beginning of next month.
On this happy occasion, I'd like to say that we are _____ much obliged to you for your kind cooperation.