14. Whenever the boy feels down, he will ______________ his mother for comfort.

13. We __________________ the great convenience IT has brought us.

12. As a result of the scandal, sales ____________ in the fourth quarter.

11. Can you give me some advice on how to _______________ the time I have lost?

10. Many scientists are __________________ the problem and trying to find a solution.

9. Judgment should ______________ facts, not on what you hear.

8. Great changes are in progress in this area _________ foreign investment.

7. It didn’t take the children long to ________________ the correct answer.

6. The frontier ___________ the northern hill to the southern coast.

5. Adam was ___________to take part in the competition.