Ellipsis and substitution: Omitting or replacing words

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Exercise 2: Choose the correct answer.

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Explanation

Exercise 2: Choose the correct answer.

Select the best option to complete each sentence using ellipsis or substitution. Pay attention to context, verb forms, and standard usage.

1
You didn't call your mum, and you ____.
2
'He doesn't care about us.' 'I ____ because he never calls.'
3
I've never been to New Zealand but one day I _____.
4
A: 'Is he coming with us?' B: 'I _____. I don't really like him.'
5
I know I said I would go with you, but I won't ____.
6
A: 'Are you going to buy the house?' B: 'We _____, but we finally decided that it was too expensive.'
7
He took the golden plates and washed _____ very carefully.
8
He really loves you, but he won't _____ because he is too proud.
9
He doesn't go out as often as he _____.
10
I'm studying for the exams, but not as much as I _____.