Most of the children ignored what the teacher had told them. (NOTICE) Few of the children ___ what the teacher had told them.

We were incredibly surprised when we found the letter. (SURPRISE) The discovery of the letter ___ to us.

Some people are happy when they have a pet to look after. (TAKE) Having a pet ___ some people very happy.

It's our parents' 25th wedding anniversary next year. (MARRIED) Next year our parents ___ for 25 years.

Phoebe was surprised to be offered a place on the course. (CAME) The offer of a place on the course ___ Phoebe.

I’m sorry, I didn't realise it was so late. (TRACK) My apologies, I ___ time.

It’s very unlikely that Martin will win the 100 metres, as he’s out of training. (CHANCE) Martin barely ___ the 100 metres, as he’s out of training.

Scientists don't know to what extent environment affects our intelligence. (UNCLEAR) How far our intelligence ___ to scientists.

You can come to the meeting or not - I don't really mind. (ATTEND) Whether or not ___ really matter to me.

Given that he has no experience, will Glyn be able to do this job? (AFFECT) Will Glyn’s ___ ability to do this job?

I didn't mean all those things about your sister - I'm sorry. (TAKE) I'm sorry, I ___ about your sister.

Delia said that she would no longer tolerate her colleagues being rude. (PUT) ‘I am not willing ___ from my colleagues any longer,’ said Delia.