Replace the underlined words with a more precise verb from the opposite page.

1. I touched the dog a few times. – patted
2. He knocked lightly on the door. –
3. She took my hand firmly. –
4. She put her face very close up to the window so she could see better. –
5. Take care you don’t hit anyone in the eye with your umbrella. –
6. He touched the cat affectionately. –
7. The robber took the money and ran. –
8. She picked up, carried and put down the boxes carefully. –