—What’s that unpleasant noise?—Oh, the road before the main gate          .

 — Shall I pick up your shopping for you?　　　　— Oh, I couldn’t possibly trouble you.　　　　— It’s all right. I _________ past the shop anyway.

— Could I have the small table by the window?— Sorry, sir. It ______ in advance.

I arrived late and missed the flight. I ____ the traffic to be so heavy.

Peter had intended to take a job in business, but____ that plan after the unpleasant experience in Canada in 2010.