1. In order to ________ the rising demand for petroleum products, the government is planning to impose additional taxes on highend cars.

2. John shouted at her ________ the top of his voice, but she did not hear and went on.

3. Kings have few things to desire and many things to ________

4. It will not be ________ on your part to reject this proposal.

5. The parties couldn’t arrive at an agreement because one of them ________ the decision of the arbitrator.

6. An ________ carpenter will not take more than ten hours to make this piece of furniture.

7. He was caught in the act and landed in ________ trouble.

8. Family planning is essential because it will help to curb the rapid ________ in population.

9. I ________ that my servant has stolen my wristwatch.

10. I don’t trust him so I can’t give you any assurance regarding the ________ of his statement.