Find the extra word in each line.

1. The government is trying to convince people ____________ the need for higher taxes.

2. I believe that judges should be independent ____________ the government.

3. Local residents object ____________ the new power station in their area.

4. Do you think they should ban people ____________ smoking in public places?

5. The MP asked ____________ the prime minister was aware of the growing social problem.

6. Most people seem to agree ____________ the newspapers' criticism of the government.

7. I don't think people should rely ____________ the state, even if they are unemployed.

8. The mayor was attacked ____________ public money.