1. The accountant of the bank turned out to be one of the masked ________ who rushed armed into the building and took all the money from the safe.

2. My literature teacher speaks so quickly that he often makes ________ of the tongue.

3. All vehicles driving through this wild godforsaken region have been attacked by ________ .

4. The firm has decided to ________ which means they don't want me.

5. No, I didn't ask the boss for more money today because he gave me one month's ________ .

6. Even nowadays ________ are still ranging the oceans and no one can feel safe against them.

7. They told me to go because I was said to be ________ to requirements.

8. It is written here that I have a sister but there must be some ________ because I am an only child.

9. I was handed my ________ yesterday and so today I'm looking for a new job.

10. Vera: Now I hope you can see the danger of getting mixed up in politics. You and the family will probably ________ get blown up by a bomb.Henry: Don't exaggerate, Vera. I'm sure it's just a joke.