1. I think thunder is scary, [   ] lightning is beautiful.


2. The [   ] of this button is to make sure we can stop the machine if things go wrong.


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


4. The Ministry of Defense has faced numerous difficulties getting volunteers [   ] in the military.


5. After working hard for a whole day, I suggested [   ] a big meal in a restaurant.


6. I want to see [   ].


7. Having published many important papers, he enjoys a high [   ] as a scholar.


8. Mrs. Lin told Jane that she had to clean up her room and empty the dishwasher before she could leave for the game. Jane promised her mom that she [   ].


9. The former CEO of Highhills Inc. was believed [   ] a suicide.


10. There was a rumor that there had been a minor accident at the nuclear power plant, but a spokesman for the plant issued a [   ].


11. The workers have decided to [   ] with their employers about their wage claims.


12. Please do not hesitate [   ] me if you have any questions.


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


14. Look! Here is a new [   ] bill.


15. The air traffic controller informs the pilot how far [   ] from the touchdown point.


16. Foreign-trained employees have to [   ] their learned skill-sets to the local market.


17. A study shows that intelligence accounts for only 20 percent of the factors that determine success, __ EQ playing an important role in the remaining 80 percent. 


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


19. If you [   ] that HBO movie last night, you wouldn’t be so drowsy now.


20. Many couples wanted a divorce but could not have one because their case was not covered by any __. 


21. [   ] month of the year in Taiwan is usually December or January.


22. It is reported that there’s [   ] tension between the refugees and the local population in Pakistan.


23. A: What does 420 [   ] 100 equal? B: It equals 320.


24. Jane got a high score on the English test today. She [   ] very hard last night.


25. It is hard for me to [   ] the smell of Chanel No. 5 perfume.


26. The freeway is now __ to motorists after it was blocked off by a huge landslide yesterday. 


27. Most students think that there is a need to [   ] bus fare, but not all students agree to have the fare increased by 35 percent.


28. The total number of the staff is [   ] larger in our company than that in yours.


29. [   ] speaking, you don’t look nice in that sweater. The stripes on it make you look fat.


30. The traffic accident resulted from the [   ] of the traffic laws.


31. Neither the teacher nor his students [   ] in the classroom last night.


32. Of all the novels I’ve read, this one is [   ] interesting.


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


34. The economy is in bad shape, one reason for which is the rising [   ] rate.


35. Do you think it good for students to be absolutely [   ] without making any objections in any case?


36. A: Excuse me. I lost my cell phone on the MRT train. B: [   ] A: I lost my cell phone on the MRT train. Can you help me find it?


37. The good weather and beautiful beaches make this island a great [   ] attraction.


38. The shopping ____ policy aimed to stimulate consumption in order to boost up droopy economy. 


39. Gardening is my mother's favorite [   ]. She loves to spend time taking care of the flowers.


40. Working at your computer for a long time can [   ] pain in your wrists.


41. It’s a pity that I failed again. If I had read the book carefully,     the test. 


42. Joe is really [   ] about the party tonight. He’s making lots of preparations to make sure everyone can have a good time.


43. A:Why do you think Mr. Wang likes his new job? B:When I talked with him, he seemed [   ] to discuss his work.


44. A: Can you pass the test? B: [   ] A: Good for you. I’m very likely to fail.


45. This restaurant makes good sandwiches. They will even [   ] your bread for free.


46. From now on, all visitors to the building must show their [   ] in the lobby.


47. I [   ] out a document when my boss walked into the office.


48. Peggy has a big advantage [   ] most girls when it comes to basketball because she’s so tall.


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


50. 《Lily》: I heard you’re moving to New York. 《Brian》: Yes. I’ve got an offer in upstate New York. 《Lily》: Oh, that’s great! But I’m going to miss you. 《Brian》: Me, too. [   ]