Everything has gone smoothly with the project so far. __________ it’s believed to be completed on time.

“Mary, don’t take it ______ when your teacher makes some general and unpopular remarks in class. Just try your best”, said her mother.

It may rain, but I shall go out_________.

––– Do you think it's a good idea to make friends with your students?–––________, I do. I think it's a great idea.

Interviews were carried out ________ over the telephone，via e－mail or fax or face to face in four cities including Beijing，Shanghai，Guangzhou and Wuhan.