Directions: Complete the sentences with the words or phrases in the box. Each word or phrase can only be used once. There is one extra that you do not need.
A. classify B. make space for C. ran out of D. went off E. head for F. mourned G. dropped out of H. boom I. came up with J. practice K. hail |
11. After the long and tiring journey, they decided to
___________ the nearest hotel to rest and recharge, hoping to find a comfortable bed and have a warm shower.
12. When the sudden rainstorm started, they were eager to quickly
___________ a taxi to take them home; however the downpour made it difficult to get one.
13. Every day the librarians
___________ the books by subject matter, and carefully place each book on the shelf, ensuring they are categorized correctly.
14. After brainstorming for hours, they finally
___________ new ideas. They realized that they needed to search the Internet for inspiration, or else they would never solve the problem.
15. Word came that the station would no longer be broadcasting the show. And two days later, much to the sadness of its loyal listeners, the radio show unfortunately
___________ the air.
16. After hours of discussion about hatching a strategy, they finally
___________ a new plan that they believed would work to solve the challenging problem.
17. The whole country
___________ the death of the beloved leader. Flags were lowered to the middle of the pole, and people wore black ribbons as a sign of respect.
18. The crowd was too dense, and she struggled to push her way through. She gestured to the person in front of her, asking them to
___________ her to pass through.
19. New businesses are opening up, creating jobs and opportunities for many. People are feeling more secure about their financial future as the economy is going to
___________.
20. I
___________ law not only to provide exceptional legal representation to my clients and fight for their best interests in court but also to uphold the Constitution and ensure that justice is served.