Using Be and Have in the Present Tense

In each of the following sentences, choose the correct form of the verb indicated in parentheses. For help with this exercise, see “Irregular Verbs.”

  1. I _____________ (have) a job lined up with a company that provides private security to many local businesses and residential developments.

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    1. I _____________ (have) a job lined up with a company that provides private security to many local businesses and residential developments.
  2. The company _____________ (have) a good record of keeping its clients safe from crime.

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    2. The company _____________ (have) a good record of keeping its clients safe from crime.
  3. The company _____________ (be) part of a fast-growing industry.

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    3. The company _____________ (be) part of a fast-growing industry.
  4. Many people no longer _____________ (have) faith in the ability of the police to protect them.

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    4. Many people no longer _____________ (have) faith in the ability of the police to protect them.
  5. People with lots of money _____________ (be) willing to pay for their own protection.

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    5. People with lots of money _____________ (be) willing to pay for their own protection.
  6. Concern about crime _____________ (be) especially noticeable in so-called gated communities.

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    6. Concern about crime _____________ (be) especially noticeable in so-called gated communities.
  7. In these private residential areas, no one _____________ (have) the right to enter without permission.

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    7. In these private residential areas, no one _____________ (have) the right to enter without permission.
  8. If you _____________ (be) a visitor, you must obtain a special pass.

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    8. If you _____________ (be) a visitor, you must obtain a special pass.
  9. Once you _____________ (have) the pass, you show it to the security guard when you reach the gate.

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    9. Once you _____________ (have) the pass, you show it to the security guard when you reach the gate.
  10. In a gated community, the residents _____________ (be) likely to appreciate the security.

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    10. In a gated community, the residents _____________ (be) likely to appreciate the security.
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