Would you mind taking care of my pet dog while I’m away —______.

Mary feltfrom the outside world, since she lacked an Internet connection and couldn’t receive any e-mail.

The old man made ______ clear that he would retire soon.[ ]

I’m sorry to ____ you to so muchtrouble. —That’s all right.

I _____ peaceful countryside _______ noisy cities while my elder sister prefers _______ in the modern cities.