A: When do we have to finish our science projects, Mr. Dixon? B: Be sure to ( ) your final report to me by March 10th.

Jim wanted to travel around Asia for a year before he started college, but his parents were ( ) the idea. They said the trip would be too expensive.

A: Mr. Dubois, French is really hard. I don't seem to be getting better. B : Learning a foreign language is a slow ( ). Sometimes, it can feel like you're not improving, but don't give up!

Mr. Kimura told his staff members to put more information into their sales reports. He said they should ( ) graphs and charts in each report.

A: I'm tired, Kevin. Let's do the rest of our math homework tomorrow. B: No. We can't ( ) now! We're almost done.

The reason ( ) Paul wants to study biology is because he likes animals. He hopes to open up an animal hospital someday.

Sabrina's father asked her to buy some things at the supermarket, and he gave her $20. The food cost ( ) $15, so Sabrina gave her father a $5 bill as change.

A: It's too hot to sit ( ) the sun, isn't it? B: Yeah. Let's go and sit under that tree where it's cooler.

Justin lost his bicycle key at school, so he could not ( ) his bicycle. He had to take the bus home.

A: Wow! You have some amazing photographs in your room, Tim. B: Thanks. Most of them ( ) by my grandfather.

A: George is so different from me. I don't think we can ever become friends. B: You should try talking to him more. I'm sure you'll find something you both have ( ).

Rachel's ice cream ( ) has been doing well lately. She has found a lot of new customers who want to buy her company's products.