1. Minnie finally ________ to her sister’s constant barrage of questions and revealed the identity of her new boyfriend.

2. The highly publicized nature of the trial caused the judge to ________ the jury in order to shield members from evidence that might sway their verdict.

3. Prince Phillip had to choose: marry the woman he loved and ________ his right to the throne, or marry Lady Fiona and inherit the crown.

4. He has long been a(n) ________ of year-round school, believing it would significantly improve learning and ease the burden on working parents.

5. Over the years the Wilsons slowly ________ upon the Jacksons’ property, moving the stone markers that divided their lots farther and farther onto the Jacksons’ land.

6. David felt as if the family picnic would be a(n) ________ time to talk with his grandmother about her plans for the holidays.

7. Choosing a small, fuel-efficient car is a ________ purchase for a recent college graduate.

8. Johnny’s good behavior in class yesterday was ________ by his disruptive outbursts in Math this morning.

9. Hearing her sister approach, Marie-Helene attempted to appear ________ as she quickly hid the birthday gift behind her back.

10. The ________ of the sheriff’s department ended at the county line.