There was so much noise that the speaker couldn’t make himself _____.

It is important that the boy （ ） an adult to take care of him.

I think it’s high time we _____ strict measures to stop pollution.

We arranged to meet at the station but she did not （ ）.

The historical church was （ ） damaged in a fire attack on Dec.21, 2007.

Without your instruction, I （ ） such great progress.

The factory, including its machines and buildings, （ ） burnt last night.

I found her sitting in the corner, reading （ ） newspaper, with （ ） in her eyes.

I certainly didn’t appreciate （ ） when I made mistakes.

The football player is hoping to（ ）to another team soon．

Do you mean this is the_____decision you have made after thinking for hours?

—Shall we invite Tim? —No, it’s too late to invite any more people. _____, he hates parties, you know.