IX.
2. The last time we saw each other was over 2 years ago.
3. He was delighted that his aunt sent him a letter.
4. It is difficult for handicapped people to find shopping in supermarkets.
5. He didn't arrive early enough to see the first part of the film.
6. John is being made to sit his exams again by his school.
7. It's time I started my homework.
8. I've never met such a punctual person before.
9. You didn't remember to post the letter, did you?
VIII.
2. B -> slitted
3. D -> wanted
5. B -> being sent
8. C -> in