Choose the word or phrase that best completes the sentence.

1. You had better keep a box of matches ________ in case the lights go out again.

2. I do my best to practise the piano every day ________ it is difficult sometimes.

3. I want to see all of you here tomorrow morning at nine o'clock without ________.

4. He put the two letters into the wrong envelopes ________ mistake.

5. I know he is slow ________ understanding, but you have to be patient with him.

11. The judge shouted to counsel on both sides that he would ________ no argument on the issue and enjoined them to ________.

12. I can't afford a TV so we'll just have to do ________ one for the moment.

13. He has a very ________ temper and often says things he regrets later.

14. The police ________ the kidnapper from escaping by blocking all exits.

15. When he heard the news he went completely ________.