The area soon ______ from the effects of the earthquake.

 Since his works earned him quite a reputation in Liverpool, he has stayed there most of his life, ____ the occasional visit to his hometown.

While listening carefully, the students______ what their teacher said. 

 Although English may not lead directly to a great career, it will certainly give you _______ to a wider range of opportunity.

 — What on earth are the police busy with? — They have been looking into how the plane crash _______.