It was essential that the application forms ________ back before thedeadline.

—Where have you been?—I was stuck in the heavy traffic. Otherwise I ____here earlier.

He _______ the best person you had been expecting for the job, but who else _______?

I didn’t visit the TV station. But I do wish I 　　　 there.

 Mark     have hurried. After driving at top speed, he arrived half an hour early.