The policeman’s attention was suddenly caught by a small box which _____ placed under the Minister’s car

The merchant made me promise not to ______ where the goods were hidden.

The room was very dark, so I couldn’t see anything______

I used to be _____ of going to school, but now I find teachers are _______ to me.

It is usually quite warm in my hometown in March, but it_______ be rather cold sometimes.