There was only one ____ of transportation in this mountainous area five years ago.

In Scandinavian countries it is common ____ for the husband to stay at home to look after the baby.

Julie’s parents had spared no _____for her going abroad.

The local police said they had received reports of seven cases of murder, which caused__ among the locals.

— Can I help you with it?— I appreciate your _______, but I can manage it myself.