It seemed only several minutes _______ hefinished this painting

Mrs. Jane is _____ to know whether her husband is still alive in this crash. [ ]

The boss ______Mary to finish her job within a week.

Instead, he seemed to see Tom ’s face, with the wide smile he ______ whenever he told a joke.

The great achievements in recent 30 years have proved that the reform and open policy is a vital measure that ________ the national conditions of China.