Don't the boy's words too seriously.
Your performance in the driving test didn't reach the required standard, __________, you failed.
—Why didn't she ask for help at that time?—You know, at such midnight, there was no one __________.
He found a magazine __________ with the owner's name __________ on the desk with the back cover __________ off.
What __________ fun we had __________ and learning at the same time!
What do you think you __________ at this time next year?