Silence __________ the theatre as the audience awaited the opening curtain with expectation and excitement.

My cousin was nervous about being interviewed on television, but he ______ to the occasion wonderfully.

By appearing on the soap powder commercials, she became a ________ name.

We were quite impressed by the ______ students who came up with the answer to our question almost instantly.

The government is aiming ___________ 50% reduction ______ unemployment          

I assume that you are acquainted ________ this subject since you are responsible ________ writing the accompanying materials.

Mr. Collin is speaking to his student, Brian.

- Mr. Collin: “You’ve been making very good progress. I’m proud of you!” - Brian: “ ______”