Complete these texts with one of these sets of verbs, using each verb once only

1.2 Complete these texts with one of these sets of verbs, using each verb once only. Choose either the present simple or present continuous for all the missing verbs in each text. You can add any words outside the spaces. say/tell/do            talk/threaten/negotiate            recommend/warn/apologise
spend/recover/find                   suggest/hope/promise
1. She IS ONLY JUST RECOVERING from the operation and is STILL FINNDING it difficult to move about. At the moment she IS SPENDING most of her time in bed.
2. What .................... is that you .............. well in your job. Really! I... you the truth.
3. I............. I'll do everything I can to help you find a flat, although I also advertise in the local newspaper. It can be difficult to find accommodation, but I..... it won't be too long before you've got somewhere. that you
4. The fishing unions................ with their employers for a pay rise. If there is no agreement next week, they. ............ to strike and even country. ............... about blockading ports around the
5. I....... for the delay in replying to your letter. To place an order for the book you require, I....... ....... that you telephone Mrs Jones in our sales department. I........ you, however, that delivery time is likely to be about six weeks.