Some of the oldbeliefs passed down from one generation to another ________ the presentthinking.

Her parents _____ her to take some exercise but without result.Her parents _____ her taking some exercise but without result.

Peter is such a person _____ you mentioned just now.

I’d appreciate ________ if you could let me know in advance whether or not you will come.

you finished your compositionalready, Jack ― Yes, I _____ it withinhalf an hour