the storm, we ______ earlier

Were you all frightened at the sound of the fire alarm?— No. Everyone stayed _______ and obeyed the police.

People hope that measures will be taken to________house prices rising.

Why was the boy beaten by his father —He _____ to his father that he had_____the table.

Have you seen my e-mail about our TESL project?— YesLuckily I checked my e-mails yesterdayNormally I ______ my e-mail box for days.[ ]