1. A: What was the weather like?B:[____]


2. While English is the [____] language in the US, Spanish is very widely spoken, especially in the south-western states.


3. Millions of people are expected to [____] in the 2010 Taipei International Flora Expo.


4. One of Hualien’s long-standing traditions is stone carving, which is not surprising considering the city’s main [____] is marble.


5. Christmas is a [____] celebrated in all Christian countries.


6. It is believed that international sports competitions would promote friendly relations [____] nations.


7. Public [____] to voting is a problem in many democratic countries with low turnouts in elections.


8. Watch your manners. You are not supposed to be so [____].


9. Seasonal flu vaccinations began yesterday, leading to long lines at hospitals and health centers [____] the island.


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


11. If he _____ my phone, he wouldn’t have missed the flight to London. 


12. The newly built gym has [____] equipments with qualified trainers to provide personal services.


13. Please give me your comments from a different [____].


14. I am really tired. I would rather _____ tonight, if you don’t mind.


15. These ancient porcelains are very [____] and might break easily, so please handle them carefully.


16. A: Can you point out the location of our hotel in this map?B: [____]


17. A: “Are you ready to order?”B:[____]


18. Could you please tell me [____]?


19. The government brutally [____] the students’ protest, which in turn stimulated violent backlash.


20. The _____ shows that Mary stole her friend’s computer.


21. The president’s reckless actions have [____] his country into a disaster.


22. Kristine can’t help feeling [____] when she has to give a lecture in front of a large crowd.


23. Expo 2010 [____] in Shanghai, China from May 1 to October 31, 2010.


24. John felt the house shaken and [____] out immediately.


25. A:Our company has been running in the red for the last few years.B: But this year, I think we’ll [____]


26. A:Tom, you are looking down today. Is something wrong?B: Yes. I had a quarrel with a colleague.A: [____] What did you quarrel about? B: I don't want to talk about it.


27. A: You speak very good English.B: _____


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


29. Our well-trained and caring employees are present [____] to provide the best services for every guest.


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


31. Fortunately, the patient’s condition remains [____] after the operation. She will be recovering soon.


32. Scientists are not able to make accurate _____ of earthquakes, so it is impossible for people to take precautions.


33. A: This is a very tricky problem.B: [____]


34. Even the typhoon is [_____], the flight still takes off on time.


35. John: So you have a crush on Helen?Ken: Shh! This is between you and me, you know.John: [____]


36. A: Are you sure we’re on the right way to the post office?B: Yes, [_____]


37. Jennifer [____] Bill about his work as a lawyer. She asked him how many people were in his firm.


38. Retarded children are most [____] to physical abuses in a family.


39. Many people stood in long lines to see the _____ of stamps at the museum.


40. He [____] to Japan two years ago.


41. Library users will be fined for returning books after the [____] date.


42. Many people say couples tend to resemble each other. It seems that the longer they stay together, _____ they will become.


43. Without your kind assistance, I [____] a very serious mistake.


44. Schizophrenia is a kind of [____] caused partially by utter isolation from the outside world.


45. After many years of moving, Daniel finally found a [____] home in the Dublin suburbs.


46. The president is looking for a [____] manager to fill the post.


47. We have just introduced our new hair dryer to the [____].


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


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


50. No matter where you are, staying [____] your family, friends and business partners is very important.