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For many decades already, illiteracy ______ ( be ) a major
obstacle in the development of most third-world countries. |
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Plenty of exercise ______ ( contribute ) to a person's health
and vitality. |
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There ______ ( be ) extensive damage to the roof because of high
winds this morning. |
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Carelessness _______ ( lead ) to accidents on the road. |
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There ______ ( be ) many types of fruits at the stall. It was
difficult to make a choice. |
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The caring attitude of the hotel staff always ______ ( go ) a
long way towards making their guests feel welcome. |
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Rivalry among the villagers still persists. It _______ ( prevent
) them from cooperating with one another for mutual benefit. |
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There ______ ( be ) a great deal of curiosity about Lisa's
fiance. Her friends know nothing about him except that he comes
from Cyprus. |
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Challenges in life _______ ( help ) to build character. |
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Anxiety ______ ( grip ) the students whenever they have to sit
for a test. |
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has been |
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contributes |
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was |
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prevents |
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grips |
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