80Last week, we had a meetingI told the chairman that I couldn’t attend it for I had something important to do, but he insisted _____ my being present

______ are you going to Guangzhou— I’m taking the plane.

Such problems as high blood pressure and heart trouble are _________ features of old age.

David has made great progress recently.—_____, and _____.

How are you feeling today, boy—I’m feeling _____ better, thanks.