We have every reason to believe that our business hasshown a(n) ____ to improve.

Huge quantities of fresh water ______there since the serious drought in the southern parts of China

It was not until fish ____ that the villagers realized theimportance of protecting the river. [ ]

All the staff in our company are considering to the city center for the fashion show.

Had it not been for the fact that shewas_________ with her work, she would have attended the concert