homework

Write the letter of the word(s) that best complete(s) each sentence: a - pull a fast one b - pull a muscle c - pull out all the stops d - pull no punches e - pull the wool over your eyes f - pull some strings g - pull a gun h - pull your weight i - pull yourself together j - pull the plug on 1. I\'ll see if I can pull some strings. ( = utilize my connections) to get you that job. 2. There\'s no use crying. You just have to pull yourself together. ( = regain your composure) and discuss this with her. 3. I was afraid he was going to pull a gun on me, but he just took out his wallet. 4. Don\'t let them pull a fast one. ( = Don\'t let them fool/trick you.) 5. He tried to pull the wool over your eyes ( = play a trick) on me, but I didn\'t fall for it. 6. The state government plans to pull the plug on( = get rid of/ end) these programs. 7. When you\'re a member of a team, it\'s important that you try to pull your weight. ( = do your share of the work) 8. Jim wanted to pull out all the stops ( = go all-out/use all the resources at his disposal) for his daughter\'s wedding. 9. I told him he would pull a muscle if he continued exercising so intensely. 10. Remember to pull no punches when you criticize him. = Don\'t hold anything back when you criticize him.