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A man and his wife were shopping in a shopping centre. There were many people in it. As the wife walked through the centre, she was surprised to find that her husband was not with her. She was quite angry b 2because they had a lot to do, so she called him on her mobile phone and asked him w 3where he was.
The husband answered, "Do you remember the jeweler's we went to about five years ago? There you fell in love with a diamond necklace that we couldn't afford, and I told you that one day I would get it for you."
Hearing that, the wife was very excited. "Yes, I do remember that shop," she said.
"Well, I'm in the pub next door," replied the man.
1. ______ 2. ______ 3. ______ 4. ______ 5. ______

答案： 1. surprised
2. because
3. where
4. afford
5. replied