1. The book costs NT$1,200, __ of packing and delivery. 


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


3. The original model has been ____ and replaced by the new one. 


4. The special municipality of Taipei is offering a cash [   ] of NT$20,000 to any female citizen who gives birth to a baby.


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


6. Though unwilling to follow his father’s footsteps, Jason still [   ] the family business when his father passed away.


7. In the box [   ] some photos that I took when I was on the trip.


8. The [   ] earthquake has buried over 18,000 lives in southwestern China’s Sichuan province.


9. [   ], I didn’t like Susie, but then I found she was a nice girl. Now we’re good friends.


10. [   ] the family income, the Chang's could afford to buy a new car.


11. I [   ] use a payphone. I just use my cellphone instead.


12. After the car accident, I kept __ that things will get better. 


13. Old soldiers never die; they only [   ].


14. A:What should we do now? B: [   ]


15. 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.


16. 《Mary》: We were too late for the concert! 《Tom》: [   ] It wasn’t very good anyway.


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


18. The congressmen have reached a ____ that smoking should be banned within thirty feet from the entrance of a building. 


19. Some plants have obvious distinctive features for us to tell them apart at the first sight, [   ].


20. Although experts agree that it is vital to eat a good breakfast, not many people are [   ] their advice.


21. A:Good afternoon, Great Western Restaurant. This is Steven. How may I help you? B: I would like to make a reservation. A: Certainly, Madam. For what [   ]?   B: September 8th.


22. A: What’s for dinner? B: How about some sushi? A: [   ] I prefer a hot bowl of noodles to a cold dish. B: I see. Let’s have our dinner at the noodles stand across the street.


23. What can you tell me about [   ] the subway in Tokyo?


24. 《Mary》: How much juice would you like? 《Ted》: [   ] 《Mary》: No problem. We’ve plenty.


25. The police questioned the [   ] for two hours, but they still weren’t sure whether he robbed the bank.


26. You are the leader of this team; therefore, you need to listen to your members’ ideas and write down [   ] points for later discussion.


27. Many people in the U.S. are staying away from restaurants, skipping vacations and [   ] on buying new cars.


28. [   ] everyone else was studying hard for the midterm, Jimmy was reading comic strips to kill the time.


29. The best way to buy train tickets [   ] book online.


30. The [   ] of calcium may cause osteoporosis, and the patients may get bone fractures easily.


31. All employees are required not to discuss     information about the company. 


32. John doesn’t speak French, and [   ].


33. The president’s speech about the investment [   ] my own feelings.


34. 《Jenny》: Where did you get your hair done? It looks so stylish. 《Lilly》: [   ] By the way, I highly recommend the hairstylist called Paul. 《Jenny》: Thanks. I’ll sure go take a look.


35. The Dalai Lama arrived in Taiwan last night for a six-day visit to [   ] victims of Typhoon Morakot.


36. All of [   ] have joined the on-the-job training.


37. It took the Davies' fifteen years to complete that [   ] mansion.


38. There is a debate going on right now over [   ] to make mercy killing legal or not.


39. A brand brings a set of [   ] in the mind of the consumer and one of these is the country of origin.


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


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


42. The nurse supported the sick child because he was too weak [   ] by himself.


43. Most bookstores have a section for young readers, [   ] you’ll find books stacked on tables and shelves just like in the library.


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


45. Janet put forward the proposal that the program __ until Mr. Brian Reynolds came back from abroad. 


46. A: What do you usually do in your spare time? B: [   ]. I enjoy doing this especially after a stressful day.


47. A: Could you run over to the store? We need a few things. B: [   ] What do you want me to get? A: Well, could you pick up some sugar and a few oranges?


48. Many couples wanted a divorce but could not have one because their case was not covered by any [   ].


49. Do not forget your ticket! Only ticket-holders will be [   ] to the concert.


50. Jeff got a perfect score on the test; he [   ] diligently.