Question

(b) Fill in each blank with an appropriate word:
1. He whispered and I could not make ________what he said.
2. I called ______the Minister yesterday
3. The teacher called _______an explanation for his absence
4. The number of voters has fallen_________this year
5. We shall discuss this matter________a cup of tea
6. It was a touching farewell, he broke________in the middle of his speech.
7. Our driver has just walked___________without giving notice.
8. We were amazed__________what the police said.
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Answer 1

Answer:

1. out

2. on

3. for

4. down

5. over

6. down

7. out

8. by

Answer 2

1. out

2. upon

3. for

4. down

5. over

6. out

7. away

8. to hear