Mr. Taira is my best friend.

He is traveling around the world in search of the Holy Grail.

This germ will initiate the growth of a new plant.

My friend lives in Ohio.

I think his actions are a violation of the rules.

He violated the rules.

The exhaust gas from this car has a negative impact on the environment.

This car is emitting a large amount of exhaust gas.

I am a cat.

He came under my control.