1. The annual charity fundraising event is [   ] by several financial institutions in Taiwan.


2. [   ] before the twentieth century, traders carried coffee from Africa to Arabia.


3. The knife isn’t useful because its [   ] is dull.


4. No matter what the [   ] will be like tomorrow, I’ll go fishing.


5. We [   ] tell John about the accident, shouldn’t we?


6. It has been so cold lately [   ] I have never felt like going out.


7. The cars are moving so slowly that I can __ them just by walking fast. 


8. A:Did the committee members ask you many questions in your thesis defense? B: [   ]. I am not optimistic about the result of the defense.


9. Defined most broadly, folklore includes all the customs, beliefs, and traditions that people have __ from generation to generation. 


10. The patient appreciated [   ] breakfast in bed when she wasn’t feeling well.


11. Jack [   ] to help clean the classroom after school. Everybody is surprised because he is usually very lazy.


12. I had planned on going out last night, but [   ] prevented it.


13. Taiwan is famous for its [   ] industry. Many foreigners are using computers made in Taiwan.


14. After being bitten by a [   ] snake, John was sent to a hospital.


15. There are elegant shops on [   ] side of the street.


16. A:Good morning, traveler’s check department. B:I’ve lost my traveler’s checks. I want to stop payment. A: [   ] Your name, please.


17. I like this apartment better. It’s cheap, and [   ], it’s near my office. I can walk to work.


18. He went for an ocean voyage and __ his health. 


19. Tom’s colleagues threw a [   ] party for him the day before he officially retired. They wanted to show how much they would miss him.


20. A restaurant manager should know how to deal with [   ] from customers who are not satisfied with the food or the service.


21. A:My goodness! There are so many people waiting outside! B: [   ] A: Maybe we should just go to another restaurant. Looks like it will take forever to go get in. B: That’s a good idea.


22. Critics have suggested that the Neihu-Mucha MRT line [   ] during the 21st Summer Deaflympics in Taipei.


23. You don't want to go to the party, [   ]? You look very sleepy.


24. Volcanic [   ] grounded thousands of passengers and fliers across Europe last year.


25. At busy intersections, [   ] should cross the street via underground passages.


26. Do you have [   ] for one thousand dollars?


27. According to our justice system, the suspect will be considered [   ] until proven guilty.


28. He can type very fast. He __ type 80 words a minute. 


29. Students must study hard, [   ] they will fail the test.


30. Let’s __ jump to the conclusion, okay? 


31. As the project depends on [   ] at the federal level, the city and county may have to wait until the budget cutting ends.


32. He speaks English poorly. He can’t make himself [   ] in English.


33. The team that won the championship was awarded a glittering [   ].


34. Among the things that money cannot buy [   ] good health in the mind and body.


35. [   ] you encounter any problems regarding the new system, please notify the tech support ASAP.


36. The exterior of Tina's apartment has an exceptionally large [   ].


37. Oscar doesn’t like to watch baseball games. [   ] does his twin brother.


38. The Review Board could be considering ____ the grants given to several non-governmental organizations. 


39. I might have the chance to visit the theater [   ] person.


40. A lot of debris [   ] at the site of explosion for quite a while.


41. Group registrations are not allowed. Each member must register for the conference    . 


42. A:Hey, Paul. I see you walking lame all the way. [   ]? B:Nothing. I just sprained my ankle while playing basketball the day before yesterday.


43. The congressmen have reached a [   ] that smoking should be banned within thirty feet from the entrance of a building.


44. Taipei 101 is one of the most well-known [   ] in the world. You can enjoy a great view of the city from the top floors of the building.


45. Do you know the man [   ] lives next door?


46. The label on the canned pork says this product is [   ] to be free of preservatives.


47. Tina’s legs were black and blue and she had several burn marks on the arms. She may have been [   ].


48. Today is a beautiful day, [   ]?


49. 《John》: Sorry, my English is very poor. 《Jay》: Don’t worry. Mine is not [   ] better.


50. It was [   ] of you to let me use your cell phone. My parents felt less worried after they got my call.