24. The local government wants to ______ the character of the town while redesigning and developing it.

hadn’t been sent on a business trip by her boss, she ______ be here with us now, enjoying the snow.

Is the project difficult for the students—No. Most of the relevant information ______ to them.

(2013·北京，32)—So what is the procedure?—All the applicants ________ before a final decision is made by the authority

I arrived late and missed the flight. I _____the traffic to be so heavy. [ ]