1. My twin sister’s values have [   ] so much over the years that we are no longer compatible.


2. When we receive text messages of promotions from a company, we must be ____ of possible false advertisement out of which the company wants to make profit.  


3. Many companies [   ] e-mails sent out by their employees. Is it OK for employers to check on their employees like this?


4. If you pay your bills on time, you will have good __. 


5. Snow [   ] more solar radiation than liquid water. Therefore, don’t forget to protect your eyes when you go skiing.


6. You must keep [   ] whatever your boss tells you to do, or you may be fired.


7. Hank was [   ] of accepting bribes because he couldn’t explain why he suddenly had so much money in his bank account.


8. The new medicine is still in [   ] stages and will not hit the market until next year.


9. The controversial singer must [   ] 100 hours of community service for altering the age on his ID card.


10. I don’t know [   ]. Why not call and ask him in person?


11. A:Did the doctor tell him to stop smoking cigarettes, or did he do it on his own? B: [   ]


12. Nick: May I speak with Sharon, please? Betty: I'm afraid you [   ] the wrong number.


13. The female singer A-Mei, also known as Amit, is ________ to millions of people in Asia.


14. He didn’t want his wife to worry, so he was [   ] to tell her he didn’t feel well.


15. [   ] she told me I was her good friend, she never talked to me about her problems.


16. Many buildings in Taiwan, including the Taipei 101 Tower, [   ] all non-essential lights from 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. yesterday to mark the worldwide “Earth Hour” event.


17. In the previous year, you [   ] ballpoint pens and pocket calendars to my school. Will you do the same this year?


18. Climbing unemployment rates and dropping job opportunities are huge __ to the new government. 


19. Kate lost her way while driving to River City. She [   ] her road map at home.


20. 《Naomi》: I try not to eat at the cafeteria too often. 《Jennifer》: [   ] The food there is pretty good.


21. To prevent sewage from entering the waterways and protect public health, the city councilman strongly demanded that the sewage system ____ in three months. 


22. Where did you have your hair [   ]?


23. Any revision of the law should be [   ] with the overall goal of the government's policy. The priority should be placed on the welfare of the citizens.


24. It is essential that officials at all levels of government refuse to accept [   ] from business interests.


25. The city now looks very artistic and refreshing because it is [   ] with many colorful and well-crafted sculptures.


26. There are two people in the office. One is John and [   ] is William.


27. In the face of energy crisis, scientists worldwide are now exploring ____ energy to replace fossil fuels. 


28. George suffered very serious brain [   ] in a car accident.


29. You should understand that learning a language well results from [   ] practice.


30. We are glad to receive your order for 50 units of classic furniture to be supplied to your own [   ].


31. Before the final exam, our teacher taught us how to use our time [   ] while preparing for tests.


32. The [   ] you work, the [   ] you will succeed.


33. Many people want to do some sports, but there are not enough [   ] in the city.


34. Public education [   ] would need to be increased for small-size classes, teacher training programs and new E-learning facilities.


35. Don’t buy me a whole cake. A __ will be enough. 


36. I am [   ] the exam will be held next Tuesday. I just called to check the date.


37. Newspapers are a good way to hear the news. [   ] TV news programs.


38. [   ] I did not like her at first, she ended up becoming my best friend.


39. To have her own clothing store, Jane borrowed money from family members to get her business __. 


40. 《Customer》: I’m looking for a portable CD player. 《Salesgirl》: [   ]《Customer》: Hmm. Do you have something a little less expensive?


41. As __ as it had started, the rain stopped and the sun came out from the blue sky. 


42. The social welfare system ____ provide the underprivileged people with sufficient support. 


43. We don’t need to [   ] what the future will hold; just focus on the present task.


44. We have to admit that everyone of us is more or less [   ] to some sort of superstition.


45.     the CEO walked into the conference room, all department managers became very nervous. 


46. Having published many important papers, he enjoys a high __ as a scholar. 


47. Hotel guests who [   ] checking out after 1:00 P.M. should contact the front desk.


48. If a soldier lost his weapons in a [   ], he needed to fight with just his body.


49. A:I can’t get into my favorite jeans anymore. It’s really depressing. [   ]. B:Well, I think you look fine. You shouldn’t worry about it.


50. Many families are struggling to [   ] during this recession.