Fill in the blanks using the following expressions.
1. hard at work on
2. lost
3. holds
4. transfer
5. covered

1. Children seem to have _____ their enjoyment in reading.
2. They could not ensure a smooth _____ of political power.
3. He's _____ a new novel.
4. A Persian rug _____ the polished floor.
5. He _____ the world record for the 100 metres.

Answer key
1. lost
2. transfer
3. hard at work on
4. covered
5. holds