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1. A lot of houses were destroyed during the earthquake.

2. Now the witnesses' testimony is being heard.

3. The newspapers reported that the criminal was sent to jail (was imprisoned).

4. At the exam every student was given three sheets of paper.

5. Don't worry, your things will be looked after.

6. Has the treaty (contract/agreement - смотря какой договор) been signed already? - Not yet, it will have been signed by tomorrow.

7. This accident is much spoken about.

8. All valuables (=valuable objects) had to be put in the safe.

9. Charges must be proved.

10. There was somebody in the house — heavy footsteps were being heard right above my head.