Item 19
Directions: Read the item below. Then choose the correct form of the verb to fill the blank.
You might want to consult the rules before you make your choice!
At first, Rose __________ to tolerate Simon's lack of punctuality. His
good looks compensated for her having to wait an extra ten or fifteen minutes.
But once Simon's tardiness hit half an hour, Rose dumped him for a boyfriend
who looked at his watch.