In this task, you will be shown a passage. You need to write a fill-in-the-gap question based on your understanding of the events that might be inferred from the passage. Your question should be answerable based on the passage and only have one correct answer. Show the gap in your question with a _ .

[EX Q]: Steve McClaren has re-emerged as the frontrunner to take over at Newcastle United – but the club’s hierarchy could be swayed by supporter backing for Patrick Vieira. Former Derby boss McClaren thought his chance had gone after turning down their offer to take charge of the final three games of the season, as well as rejecting a January advance in the wake of Alan Pardew’s exit. The word from within St James’ Park was that owner Mike Ashley would not go back to the man who shunned them in their hour of need. McClaren, however, retains strong support from chief scout Graham Carr and has already indicated to him a willingness to work within Newcastle’s managerial structure.Former Derby boss Steve McClaren is still favourite for the Newcastle jobThe 54-year-old will hold talks with the Magpies later on this weekPatrick Vieira has emerged as a surprise candidate for the roleThe Frenchman is being backed by fans and that could sway Mike AshleyVieira will speak with Lee Charnley to work out the intentions of the clubCLICK HERE for all the latest Newcastle United news
[EX A]: _, though, must first convince him that their club is the best place to begin his managerial career.

[EX Q]: Greece's radical left government has announced a referendum on the latest proposed bailout deal - and has urged voters to reject it. Fraught talks with creditors took a dramatic turn early this morning when, in a televised address to the nation, Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras revealed a vote will be held on July 5. 'The Greek government has been asked to accept a proposal that places new unbearable burdens on the Greek people,' he said. 'Right now, we bear an historic responsibility concerning ... the future of our country. And this responsibility obliges us to answer (the bailout creditors') ultimatum based on the sovereign will of the Greek people.'Alexis Tsipras announces July 5 vote in televised address to the nationHe describes latest proposals as 'unbearable burdens on the Greek people'Queues form outside cash machines and fuel stations across the country
[EX A]: 'Now it is up to the _ side to take a similar step.'

[EX Q]: Mark Sampson's women became the most successful England football side for almost 50 years when they beat Germany for the first time to finish third at the FIFA Women’s World Cup in Canada. A Fara Williams penalty in extra-time gave Mark Sampson’s side their historic 1-0 win after a fiercely fought encounter in Edmonton in which both sides gave their absolute all. Germany are two-time world champions, European Champions and heavy favourites going into this competition. England on the other hand were expected to have done well if they simply made it out of their group, although Sampson insists he and his team always believed they could go all the way.Germany and England could not be separated after 90 minutes, playing out a tense 0-0 drawMark Sampson's side had the best of the chances in normal time with Jill Scott squandering a good opportunityIn the 108th minute referee Ri Hyang-ok pointed to the penalty spot after Germany defender Tabea Kemme had dragged down Lianne Sanderson in the areaFara Williams, who was successful from the penalty spot against Colombia and Japan, sent German goalkeeper Nadine Angerer the wrong way, cue jubilant celebrations on the England benchThe Lionesses held out to overcome favourites Germany to take home the bronze medal
[EX A]:
Houghton had her chance to cap a fine performance with the winning goal when set up by _ her long range shot sailed over.