—Mum, I’ve been studying English since 8 o’clock. ________ I go out and play with Tom for a while?—No, I’m afraid not. Besides it’s raining outside now.
As the clock struck nine, players ___________ their positions and the match began.
--- Do you remember when I first met you? ---- Of course. I ___________ at Oxford University.
I was nervous but pretended not __________, in order to leave a nice first impression on the interviewer.
I haven’t watched __________ of the films directed by Mr. Turner, but judging from the one I have watched, I believe he will be famous someday.
My father warned me ___________ going to the West Coast because it was crowded with tourists.