1. The volcano erupted ___________, catching everyone by surprise.

2. He ___________ accepted the challenge.

3. She ___________ reminded him to bring his passport.

4. The birds flew ___________ above the mountains.

5. He ___________ denied the allegations against him.

6. The room was ___________ decorated for the wedding.

7. She ___________ sighed when she heard the news.

8. He ___________ positioned the telescope to see the stars.

9. The water flowed ___________ down the stream.

10. They ___________ agreed to the terms of the contract.

11. She ___________ pushed the heavy door open.

12. He ___________ listened to the teacher's instructions.

13. The company has ___________ expanded its market share.

14. She ___________ climbed the steep hill.

15. He ___________ organized the books on the shelf.

16. The news ___________ spread throughout the small town.

17. She ___________ avoided looking him in the eye.

18. He ___________ explained the complex theory.

19. The flower opened its petals ___________.

20. She ___________ hoped that he would return.

21. He ___________ searched the room for his missing keys.

22. The baby ___________ grabbed the toy.

23. She ___________ spoke about her experiences in Africa.

24. He ___________ entered the darkened room.

25. The team ___________ celebrated their victory.