Kevin

Kevin

Kevin Mason had risen early, excited by the prospect of his first day as deputy chairman of the new company. His first meeting that day was scheduled for twelve o'clock, when Lucas would say tell speak talk (tell) him about his progress with a new novel. Kevin planned to publish the book in April, and was delighted that he achieved fulfilled succeeded managed (managed) to persuade Lucas to go on tour to promote the book. After a light breakfast Kevin read the article in the Times for a second time. He was pleased to see his new partner repeating something he'd said to Kevin many times: I am proud to be joining a publishing house with such a fine literary tradition.

As it was a clear, crisp morning, Kevin decided to work and savour the thought of starting life anew. He wondered wandered warned wasted (wondered) how long it would be before his father understood the situation. He wanted his father to adapt admit adopt assume (admit) that Kevin had made the right decision if the company were to play in the major leagues. He crossed the road, his smile broadening with each move pace step walk (step) he took. As he walked towards the familiar building, he noticed two smartly dressed doormen standing at the entrance. Not an expense his father would have supported admired appreciated approved (approved) of. One of the men stepped forward and saluted.

"Good morning, Mr Mason." Kevin was improved influenced impressed interested (impressed) that they knew his name. "We have been instructed, sir, not to allow you to enter the building." Kevin was struck dumb.