My friend came from North Pyongan.

He was fulfilling his role as a governor.

He made excellent use of that opportunity to fully demonstrate his abilities.

He excels in the ability to command English.

He was observing the behavior of birds.

She is planning a date with her current boyfriend.

He lost everything.

My boyfriend gave me a gift.

Everyone was surprised by the news.

The culture of the Nara period played a very important role in Japanese history.