—Was he still there when you were away to answer the phone?
—There is no doubt about it, but he ________ soon afterwards.

Since the band announced the release of their new album, the phone hasn't stopped ringing. Many fans ________ to ask about the exact time.

—The heavy snow hasn't caused any inconvenience to people in Nanjing, has it?
—Yes. Just imagine the city ________ with nearly 20 centimeters of snow one night.

—Why don't we choose that road to save time?
—The bridge to it ________.

—Sorry, I didn't catch you.
—Be quiet, please; the baby          ________.

—What happened? I called you several times yesterday evening, but I couldn't get through.
—Sorry, my sister and I ________ on the phone all the time.

—David, are you listening to me?
—Sorry, Dad. I ________ to make sense of what the reporter said.

Today many physical bookstores ________ down with financial difficulties, inflexible management strategies and competitive pressure from online bookstores.

Although my sweater is a bit expensive, it ________ well.

—Are these seats available?
—Sorry, sir. The seats ________.