Alex: Why are you still here?  It’s almost eight o’clock.  Tom: Because I 　　　 my work.  Don’t worry.  It’s almost done.

— Excuse me. When can we play badminton at the court? — Not until it ________ next week.

—Do you like the shirt?—Yes, it ____ very soft.

I will stay at home and read some books if it _________ tomorrow.

— Hi, Linda. I didn’t see you at the party last night.— Oh, I              ready for the math exam all the time.