--- Was it ten ______ when you came home last night?

--- Yes, the clock was ______ the hour.

---Why does he look so unhappy?

---He has ______ by his classmates.

---John, how about going for a picnic?

---I’d love to, but I can’t afford the time．I have to change my plan again which ______ my boss．

---Did you have a good time in Thailand last week?

---______, it was too hot.

---Mum, I have passed the final exam．

---______．

---I don't think Professor Jones meant to be funny this morning, do you?

---NO, although I Couldn't help ______ at some of his remarks．

---Isn't it surprising that such a good football team ________ have failed to enter the World Cup Final?

---Yes, anything is possible on the football field.

---What makes her so worried?

---______ at school.

---Is there any news about my promotion?

---I regret _______ you that we’ve chosen someone else for the job．