He didn't go ____ politics just to make minor changes. He's looking to shape the way this country works and change attitudes ____ education.

The train shuddered/roared to a halt and I jumped off onto the platform. Unfortunately I landed badly, resulting in a sprained/pulled ankle.

There was another enormous clap/wail of thunder and it began to pour rain. Wearily, I put one groaning/blistering foot in from of the other. This was going to be a long hike home.

Despite the dislocated/pulled muscles and bruised/torn bodies, the team were buzzing/barking - they had beaten their rivals at last.

She barked/roared with laughter, then began coughing violently. She was OK generally but she was a little bit sick and had a bruised/sore throat.

If it ____ for the rain, I ____ suggested going for a picnic.

Sandra, you ____ put some music on if it ____ help you let off some steam.

I feel so sorry for her. She's feeling really ____ down but can't rest as she's completely snowed ____ with assignments.

If you ____ been so stubborn and just apologised, we ____ gone to the party.

The boxer's medical team shuddered/swarmed into the ring and started binding his fractured/sprained ribs.

If you ____ follow me madam, I ____ show you to your rooms.

It took me such a long time to get ____ to speed with all the reforms that have been made ____ company policy.