—— What were you up to when your parents came in?—— I_____for a while and_____some reading.
There was no news;____, she did not give up hope.
I want to ring him___to know the reason why he rang___while I was speaking yesterday.
—— ______ shall we have to go? —— Another five miles.
Are you paying now, or shall I ______ to you?
Please drop _______ my home when you are free.