The ________ fact is that some European countries are heavily in debt, ________China’s economy is generally in good shape.

He passed through a difficult period _____ after his marriage broke down. 

Progress so far has been very good.We are________confident that the work will be completed on time.

Make sure the gas is turned off after cooking, which would        cause danger to our life.

—The poor weather was _________ responsible for the crash.—I’m with you on that. Carelessness was also to blame.