3. Instead of (leave) at 9, it was about 10 before they set off.
4. The hostess couldn`t help (offer) me a cup of tea. I was afraid of (upset) her. I`m not used to (drink coffee at that time of the day. But it was no use (refuse).
5. The car broke down! I normally enjoy (drive), but when things go wrong, I hate cars.
6. By the time we went out it had started (rain).
7. It`s no use (look) for the nearest phone box.
8. I was not in a very good mood because she started (offer) me advice.
9. What about (go) to the cinema tonight?
10. I`m not pleased with (do) this useless work.