11. I ____________ that his help was not welcome, but he didn’t understand.

10. The animal can live through the winter without eating because supplies of fat in its bodies are ___________.

9. The doctor asked the patient to take the medicine ____________ three times a day.

8. What are the differences between the American and British ____________ of government?

7. Unfortunately, some people _______________________ the government’s ban (禁止)on lighting firecrackers.

6. If you want to __________ that you catch the plane, take a taxi.

5. We’re working on a plan to produce more ___________ for our customers.

4. The tea house has been open for several days, but the seats still ___________ empty.

3. The doctor’s job is to __________ people who are ill.

2. There are ____________ signs that an agreement will be reached.