Shipping goodsOnline version Choose the correct word to complete the sentences. by optima magistra 1 I'm ______, but there will be a delivery delay. a afraid b sorry 2 As a ______, the goods had to be unpacked. a reason b result 3 The delay was ______ by a trucker strike in Spain. a caused b because 4 The sailing was cancelled ______ to bad weather. a due b as 5 ______, we are unable to deliver on time. a Unfortunately b Unfortunate 6 What is the _______ for this delay? a cause b reason 7 The consignment is expected to ______ on July 15. a arrive b reach 8 The order has been ______ over to our forwarder today. a given b handed