Focus 4 (2.7 Use of English)

Choose the correct option, A, B, or C to complete the sentences.

When I finally heard the news I just ______ into tears. It was such a relief.

Diana is _____ shy and she absolutely hates speaking in public.

When the lights suddenly _____, several people in the hall screamed.

Make sure you hold the fabric _____ in place while you stitch around the edges.

If everyone’s prepared to compromise, I’m sure we can an _____ agreement.

If they start talking about the competition, just _____ quiet and pretend you don’t know anything.

The company expects _____ standards of all its staff, especially those dealing directly with customers.

Joanna’s always had a _____ imagination. It’s no surprise she became a novelist.

 Sam _____ her shoulders in reply when I asked her if she wanted to go out.

 Her incredible _____ of humour has made her popular among her colleagues.