In each of the following sentences, select a more expressive word from the pair at the end of each sentence to replace the word get (or a form of it).
11. i am trying to get a call through to san francisco. (send, put)
12. peggy got an invitation to the opening of the new convention center. (received, achieved)
13. the personnel committee has gotten involved in matters beyond its jurisdiction.(became, become)
14. bob got word late yesterday that the plant will be expanded and 100 new jobs added. (heard, received)
15. jan got her neighbor to attend the city council meeting. (ordered, persuaded)
16. i am trying to get an appointment with the company’s purchasing agent. (achieve, make)