3. He failed in the first attempt. He refused to try again.dash
4. I was occupied with important matters. I had no time to attend to her.dash
5. The policeman ran as fast as he could. He was able to catch the thief.dash
6. The weather was warm. I took off my coat.dash
7. We arrived at the station. We saw the train leaving.dash
8. He knocked loudly at the gate. He demanded admission.dash
9. The bank was closed. I could not open an account.dash​