1. Studies show that the younger Japanese consumers are, [____] in having a car.


2. We do ask that you make your reservations right away in order to take [____] of lower rates.


3. With such a big family _____ on the man, it would be a disaster if he loses his job.


4. John was [____] from work today because he was sick.


5. He is a [____] person. He doesn’t like changes but enjoys old ways of thinking.


6. An American may have great difficulty [____] a Chinese from a Japanese. To westerners, they are both Asian.


7. The professor asked his students to finish the report in one month. Tomorrow will be the _____.


8. The production of bread mainly includes the _____ such as flour, sugar and eggs.


9. The boss was [____] Ted’s laziness and decided to fire him.


10. It didn’t take us long to get here because there [____] traffic.


11. Due to food shortages, there will be a great number of _____ suffering from starvation in many poor countries.


12. As introductory English now begins in elementary, rather than secondary school, and classes have begun to focus more on the spoken language, travelers to Taiwan can [____] without having to attempt any Mandarin or Taiwanese.


13. For safety’s sake, it is essential to remain in our seats and _____ our seat belts before an airplane takes off.


14. Be sure to wear enough. The temperature is [____] low today.


15. The dog was _____ death in the snowy weather. 


16. A: Can’t you meet me later this afternoon to talk about our investment project?B: _____


17. A dissident strove to seek political [____] upon his arrival at the United States.


18. Mary is [____] divorce because her husband is having an affair with his secretary.


19. _____ you need any assistance from me, please do not hesitate to contact me. 


20. A: I plan to take a three-day trip to Kenting. [____] B: It's been raining cats and dogs these days.


21. It's getting late. Let's [____].


22. Peter: Where is the post office near the railway station?Grace: [____] The post office is on the right side.


23. Since the economy is improving, many people are hoping for a [____] in salary in the coming year.


24. A: Would you like some cereal for breakfast?B:[____]


25. Whenever he gives help to those who are in need, his heart will be [____] with unspeakable joy.


26. There is a clear [____] that the defendant committed the murder of the rich old man.


27. Even though this small study in mice shows [____], researchers still have a long way to go before human trials can begin.


28. I sent Tom a present as a token of my [____] for his kind assistance.


29. I need to check my _____ to make sure that I am free for the meeting.


30. It’s sad that he died of a heart [____].


31. A:Can you tell me where I can catch the number 36 bus, please?B:[____]


32. _____ change your mind, please give us a call.


33. After singing the national [____], the President gave a speech about Taiwan’s history and its people.


34. Bad habits usually result [____] bad health. Thus if you want to be in a good shape, you need to get rid of some habits.


35. Do not [____] John and Lisa when they are busy with the project.


36. All the [____] on the city rail map are color-coded so that a traveler knows which direction she/he should take.


37. The American government has decided to provide financial assistance to [____] the automobile industry. Car makers are relieved at the news.


38. This job is easy. I think I can finish it [____] myself.


39. [____] birds are suspected to be major carriers of avian flu.


40. A: How did you like the trip to Penghu? B: [____]A: Oh, that’s too bad.


41. He will pay a visit to my boss [____] the afternoon of 5th of March [____] half past ten.


42. A: Make sure that you will be there on time tomorrow.B: [_____]


43. The post office issues [____] stamps for special events only.


44. Since the typhoon, the basement has been filled with water. We have to [____] it as soon as possible. Otherwise, waterborne diseases might spread.


45. Tom called to check [____] I had received his message.


46. Tammy often [____] music from the Internet to her MP3 player.


47. I ride the bicycle to the office every day. I save money _____ gas.


48. John is a teenager [____] enjoys shopping a lot.


49. After coming back from Europe, he told me everything about the trip [_____].


50. It was very much _____ my disappointment that they lost the game.