John has two brothers, but either ____out of work now.
Many things such as going abroad and owning a car, ____ impossible in the past, are now very common.
Walking exercises ____ be boring at times, but on a clear sunny morning nothing could be better.
—Did you happen to hear the recent news? —Yes, Alice ____ the gold medal in the speech contest, which I find hard to believe.
––Do you think it wise for parents to do everything for their children? ––No. That’s ______ they’re mistaken.
Itis ____ short distance from here to _____ shopping center, so you can walk there if you like.