"All the furniture _____ moved to another room just now," Linda said.

The voice in the song recordings _____ believed to be that of Superstar Paul, but it has since been proven wrong.

These days, the number of people who do their shopping online _____ on the rise.

"Yours may be good but ours _____ better," Mrs Tan told her neighbours who were showing off their new television.

"Where _____ the scissors that I left on the table just now?" asked the art teacher.

Rashida refused to settle for anything _____ than perfection.

This is by far _____ hobby I have picked up.

Our performance in the match was a huge disappointment. In fact, it was _____ we had every put up.

The heel of the shoe gave way _____ the usual wear and tear.

_____ the continual support from the villagers, the family is unable to make ends meet.

Li Shan does not eat seafood. _____ that, she will eat just about anything.

_____ the students' requests, the teacher said the project submission deadline would be extended.

If she _____ the dentist earlier, she would not have lost her tooth.

"_____ it is perfectly normal to feel disappointed at losing the game, you should not blame your teammates for it," the coach said sternly.

"I can't help _____ feel sorry for Xiaomin. She lost the contest to that girl despite all her hard work," said Kavitha.

_____ the concert was cancelled, the organiser refunded us the money.

_____ harsh your teacher may sound, please be assured that she has your interests at heart.

The boys continued with the game _____ being tired.

I pointed at the window display behind the salesgirl and asked her to get me _____ pair of blue shoes.

"Let's go cycling at the park. We can rent bicycles by _____ hour," Selvi said.

Ted mentioned _____ his colleagues a treat but he soon forgot.

"Sally is looking forward to _____ a reply from the author, but he has been out of town," her mother told their neighbour.

Tom objected to _____ on a camping trip as he did not like outdoor activities.

Bella's mother enjoys _____ with her neighbours in the park on weekend mornings.

My grandparents had trouble _____ how to use the computer until I taught them.

"Do look for me _____ you need any help," the librarian told the pupils.

The guards have been told what to do _____ the prisoners try to escape.

"_____ Ling put the key back on the table, I would not have spent time searching for it and be late," Rui Kang complained.

"Sheila _____ better start rehearsing for her role soon as the play is in a month's time," said Timmy.

"_____ you have offered your help earlier? It would have saved me a lot of trouble," Mum grumbled.

Rita _____ given up if her friends had not encouraged her.

"Let's play a game of hide-and-seek, _____?" my sister suggested.

"_____ James put the compass in his bag, we would not be lost in the forest," grumbled Ai Ling.

Uncle Azman recounted how his mother would watch him _____ the bus for school every morning.

Norlina spotted her friend _____ and waved excitedly to her.

Krishnan helped the old lady _____ her keys from the drain.

He is highly sought after, having helped several singers like Damien Fong _____ a successful career in music.

Kamal made his baby sister _____ by playing a game of peek-a-boo.

Judy witnessed a boy _____ the game cards into his bag, so she reported it to the store manager.

The community club organised a talk in response _____ the recent rise in the crime rate.

Please keep clear _____ this area as investigations are still ongoing," the policeman said.

The scientist is well-known _____ his expertise in designing and building robots.

I was ahead _____ time for my appointment with my friends and decided to wait for them in the nearby bookshop.

If you don't have a good grasp _____ the skills taught, you won't be able to do the job well.

Rashid accused me _____ copying his homework

Mr Lee decided to call off the hike _____ the thunderstorm.

_____ the time Peixin was two, she was able to speak in complete sentences.

Suresh nearly shut the door _____ Mei Yun's face as he did not know that she was right behind him.

"Oh, where's my precious ring? It was _____ these jewellery pieces just yesterday!" cried Mother.

As the guard was _____ the impression that the hall was empty, he locked it up, not realising that someone was still in it.

Ten minutes _____ the game, a player was replaced as he suffered a serious injury.

The host congratulated the young singer _____ his excellent performance.

With great difficulty, the man swam _____ the current to rescue the drowning puppy.

The police officers were looking for the man who robbed the tourists _____ their possessions.

Uncle Peter mistook Lina's umbrella for _____ as the two looked alike.

_____ did the clown expect such warm applause from the audience for his first performance.

_____ people would understand the hardships of war unless they have been through it themselves.

As Melvin's mother made most of the decisions for him, he had _____ choice in the matter.

With _____ effort having gone into the preparations, James is sure the event will be a success.

With _____ clues to work on, we were amazed that the detectives managed to crack the case in record time.

"There is _____ truth in what she said. Don't believe her!" warned Yong Li.

Mr Thomas was late for work as he had _____ trouble starting his car this morning.

He must have _____ luck as he has won the top prize in the annual lucky draw for the past two years.

With _____ time to spare, Raju kicked the ball with all his might, scoring the winning goal at the very last minute.

"He'd be pleased to hear the good news, _____?" asked Nurul.

"Wen Xi arranged the flowers on the table, _____?" her father asked.

"You've conducted this kind of experiment before, _____?" the teacher asked the class.

"Suling's eaten her food, _____?" asked Mrs Tan.

"Tom gave up looking just as I said he would, _____?" Geetha asked.

"She'd be upset that you left a mess behind, _____?" asked Nurul.

"Juliana can be the caption. She's set a good example for the team members over the years, _____?" said the coach.

"He's never closed the shop before 6 p.m. in all his life, _____?" asked Peter.

"She never ever visits the museum, _____?" asked Mrs Lee.

Trixie was tickled when she caught Mr Loh looking at his reflection in the mirror, smiling at _____.

"It was Mary, and not Peter, who ate the cupcakes all by _____," I said.

The prefect _____ the visitor praised is none other than my brother.

Mrs Phua is someone _____ opinions I truly value.

I believe that reading different types of books _____ me improve my vocabulary.

At the upcoming ceremony, pupils who have represented their school in a competition _____ a certificate

Whether the children attend their swimming classes or not _____ on the weather.

Rajiv, _____ ill for some time, is glad to finally be able to exercise again.

"Could Vanessa _____ her keys behind?" wondered Mrs Cheng when she saw a bunch of keys on the table.

"Won't Dad be pleased when he _____ that we were both delected to act in the school play?" Nurul asked her brother.

"I _____ with you for over an hour. Let's take a break," the exhausted Mr Han told his son.

Mrs Vishal, together with her children, _____ in the park every weekend.

The secret is so well kept that neither Salim nor his brothers _____ of the news yet.

"As soon as the clock in front of you _____ eleven, you must stop writing," instructed the teacher.

"I _____ running all my life and will continue to run for as long as my health allows me!" the old man declared.

By the end of next year, my brother _____ a trained instructor.

"_____ of taking the shortcut?" one of the players asked before continuing, "That would be unwise."

Muthu wished he _____ his mother's advice, but it was too late.

The peacock was caught by the animal rescue officers and _____ to the zoo.

The burglar, _____ everyone in the family had gone out, broke into the house through an open window.

Although Juliana _____ some concerns initially, she has agreed to do what we asked.

The box of oranges _____ by a customer yesterday. She complained that there were several rotten oranges inside it.

Mohan seems _____ a lot of weight since I last saw him. He looks fitter and healthier now.

The hotel guests are facing much inconvenience as all their luggage _____ missing up to now.

The news about the famous singer performing in Singapore next year _____ since yesterday.

Everyone, except Sanjay and Aidan, _____ in their homework.

Halim witnessed the burglar ____________ through the window and hence he called the police.

“They’d be happy to be picked for the overseas trip, ____________ ?” the principal asked the teacher.

He was determined to finish singing the song ____________ being jeered at.

That driver was driving ____________ the influence of alcohol when he crashed into the tree.

“You might ____________ me too much chilli for dinner,” said Arun as he clutched his stomach in pain.

I was disappointed with her work as____________ thought was put into writing the story.

These items of furniture ____________ sold in a bundle for $3000 at the garage sale yesterday.

Uncle Tan, ____________ been unsuccessful in catching any fish at the jetty since early morning, decided to take his boat out to fish at sea.

The students have been trained to respond quickly and safely ____________ there be an emergency warning in school.

The President of Singapore _____________ a 21-gun salute at the upcoming National Day Parade.

The community club organised a talk in response ____________ the recent rise in crime rate.

“She’d be pleased to hear the delightful news, ____________ ?” asked Tim.

“____________ the attendance of the class is what I do every day,” the teacher said.

We go for a walk in the park on Saturdays ____________ it rains.

There was a surge ____________ excitement this morning when the form teacher played a tune on the saxophone.

“Never in my life ____________ seen such a beautiful peacock!” exclaimed my mother as she admired it.

Kim has the habit of helping her grandmother ____________ the bowls and plates after dinner.

Ting Ting was able to catch the last bus home, ____________ to her relief.

“All the furniture _____________ moved to another room just now,” Muthu said.

The teachers have been informed of what to do _____________ any student fall ill during the camp.

“You’ve hardly come across this type of question before, __________ you?” the teacher asked the class.

“__________ your disappointment is understandable, you should not vent your frustration on others,” Mrs Ng advised Calvin.

The tennis team’s poor performance has left them with __________ hope of advancing to the finals of the national tennis competition.

Zachary __________ on the grass patch to admire the night sky, didn’t he?

No sooner had she __________ than the door bell rang.

The principal reminded all the students ____________ adhere closely to the safety rules in school.

Neither of the siblings __________ for the upcoming inter-school swimming competition now.

Mother gave Julia and ____________ several books to read during the holidays.

Mr Lee, as well as his two sisters, ____________ at the park every Sunday morning.

To ____________ did you present the Best Performer Award to?

The bear and her cubs went to the feeding area as the meat____________ placed there.

The burglar made____________ with a bag of jewellery before the police arrived.

“Has everyone ____________ a present from the box?” Mr Tan asked the class.

Danny seldom eats ice-cream, ____________ he?

If we ____________ about the donation drive, we would have volunteered to help.

Sue likes all types of vegetables ____________ from broccoli.

I was positive that I heard a child___________ for help a few minutes ago.

She is the author ____________ mother is a writer too.

Mrs Ong _________ a dress for her party for the past three hours while her husband is waiting for her.

The principal said with a smile to her students, “You have raised five thousand dollars among _________ for the charity drive.”

“The number of pupils in the basketball CCA _______________ declining this year,” Mr Tan said.

_______________ these bags been checked in at the airport? We need to hurry.

_______________ of the boys stands a chance of winning. Their opponents are too strong.

John noticed someone _______________ his hands frantically at him.

James would rather eat noodles _______________ rice for his breakfast.

“They’d emptied the dustbin before leaving the classroom, _______________?” Ms Goh asked.

Ever since we migrated, Aunt Lucy _______________ us. We should visit her this holiday.

Remember to ask for directions _______________ you lose your way to the library.

We have _______________ reason not to win the race as we have trained hard for it.

_______________ all the research put in by the scientists, they could not find a cure for the rare disease.

Siti, along with her family members, __________ to America next week.

Has Weimin ___________ his revision yet? His Mathematics test is next week.

He is a famous architect _________ designs won him an award last year.

“Are you sure you can drive _________ to work, David?” Mum asked.

“She is never going to complete her household chores, __________?” asked Raja.

My grandmother lived in that same house by the sea __________ ages.

The children were shocked when they saw the car __________ into the tree.

I do not get to see Tom _________ these days. He is busy with his projects.

_________ you need someone to talk to, please do not hesitate to approach me.

I am afraid of heights, _________ I appreciate the view from the top of this building.

My brother ______________ a part of his allowance every week for the past year to buy a bicycle.

“They’ve been badly injured, ______________?” David asked En Ting.

The student ______________ the teacher spoke with used to be my neighbour.

The teacher lashed out ______________ the student for not handing in his homework.

The football team still trained for their match ______________ the haze.

Ananda has been looking forward to ______________ his examination results but his teacher has been away the last few days.

I ______________ have missed the train if I had woken up late as the train arrived as scheduled.

Aryan’s parents were really worried as he was ______________ to be found after school.

“I have ______________ patience for players who are late. You will not play today,” the coach said sternly.

“I am certain neither of the boys ______________ guilty. They could not have stolen the wallet as they were with me throughout recess,” Mr Lee told the discipline master.

Alice, as well as her sister, ________ at the carnival last Sunday.

“Didn’t you hear me ________ for you?” Mrs Tan snapped at her husband.

“He hardly speaks a word of English, ________?” asked Lina.

Neither Tom nor his brothers ________ to attend the Christmas gathering next week.

“I have been looking forward to ________ you! It has been ages since we last met,” Patsy exclaimed excitedly.

Dave was upset as ________ of what he said was ignored by his classmates.

Andy knew that his mother would not approve ________ his intention to stay over at his friend’s house.

________ of the pupils in the class has received a gift from the teacher.

The track and field event will be postponed ________ the rain subsides.

If the teacher ________ him today, she would have been very proud of his actions.

Neither of the boys ___________ playing soccer. They prefer playing basketball instead.

“That is the boy ______________ pencil was stolen last week,” said Mike.

After Mrs Tan had scolded her sons, they painted their room all by ____________.

Jackie ______________ in that company for more than three years. He is now the manager.

Jackson would be held responsible ______________ his actions since he cheated during the examination.

“Jessie usually skips dinner, _______________ she?” asked Aunty May.

Sally should _________________ her project last week so that she can start revising for her upcoming test.

Although Jack always tells lies, he ___________________ be telling the truth now.

The burglar watched the elderly woman ______________ the front door to her house.

The coach, as well as the soccer players, ______________ excited to hear the results of the competition last week.

“Jane has never been late for school, _________?” Chloe asked.

The farmer _______________ the seeds a week ago but the rain washed them away.

The bell-boy helped the old lady put her luggage in the room by ___________.

Neither the girls nor their brother ____________ attending the party next week.

Between the two sons, Leonard is the ____________ one.

“Please inform your parents ____________ the changes in the itinerary,” the teacher told the students who were going on the overseas learning journey.

The injured convict staggered for a distance ____________ collapsing on the muddy ground.

There are many letters on the table. ____________ are addressed to you.

The lady ____________ I bought these fruits from is Huizhi’s aunt.

We ___________ travel overseas because it is too expensive. Our last trip was five years ago.