1. The [____] of Taipei include CKS Memorial Hall, the Grand Hotel, Taipei 101 and Lung Shan Temple. Once you see these buildings, you know where you are.


2. As lots of victims have moved into our district after the disaster, we _____ a shortage of water very soon.


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


4. The farmer put a lot of [____] on his rice field, hoping that the crops may flourish.


5. In my opinion, his suggestion is [_____].


6. The value of a house lies in its [____], for example, whether there is a subway station or a supermarket around.


7. Melanie forgot [____] her parents in Taiwan when she arrived safely in America.


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


9. A: Shall I ring you later?B:[____]


10. My bookshelves were destroyed in the flood. I need to find a [____] to fix them.


11. I want to make a/an [____] with Dr. Johnson tomorrow morning. I think I’ve caught a cold.


12. The time [____] is thirteen hours between Taipei and New York.


13. A [____] room or seat is being kept for someone rather than given or sold to someone else.


14. Thank you! It’s [____] I’ve ever received.


15. No one [____] the earthquake. All the villagers were killed in this unexpected accident.


16. Don’t take what he said seriously. He was only [____].


17. Before you fly, please be sure to read the list of items [____] from being carried onto the plane. You must not bring any of these items to the security checkpoints.


18. A:“I just heard from the weather broadcast that it may rain heavily today. Are you going to drive to work?”B:[____]


19. The students were completely [____] about their graduation trip because the school wanted it to be a surprise.


20. A:This is Kevin McQueen, his former classmate. Do you know what time he will be back?B: _____


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


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


23. On the Sunday [____] your visit, I went to see Johnny with Mr. Powell. He sent his regards to you.


24. I used to _____ myself with a walk in the botanical garden.


25. Jenny’s success in her career _____ her mother very much.


26. You will be [____] for littering in public places.


27. The news was [____] good [____] true.


28. A:“Hello. Could you put me through to Philip from the Sales Department, please?”B:[____]


29. My legs are _____ after the ball game. 


30. City [____] are always available at the local tourist information center.


31. A spokesperson for the MOTC says that the “fat cat” problem will be [____] in the coming weeks in order to meet the expectations of the public.


32. I have no [_____] at all. I don’t feel like eating anything.


33. A: “How can I get to the post office?”B:[____]


34. A:“The firefighters saved me just before the house collapsed!”B:[____]


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


36. If Scott had studied hard enough, he [____] the midterm exam. Now he has to burn the midnight oil to pass the final exam.


37. A: What's the matter? You look as white as a sheet!B:[____]A:Maybe you should go to the doctor right away.


38. According to the health official, the rate of increasing number of cases is not beyond [____] is expected and the symptoms of all the patients are mild.


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


40. John: Could you please mail this letter for me?Mary: I am sorry. I can’t because I have a lot of work to do now.John: That’s all right. [____]


41. A:Jack used whisky to brush his teeth.B:______


42. Mandarin is widely [____] in the world, and you can find Chinese food restaurants in many big cities.


43. [____] a new language is interesting.


44. Danielle behaves herself [____].


45. Will you buy an electric car when they [____] available?


46. Clark: Hi, young lady._____Dianne: Oh, I’m just looking.Clark: O.K. If you need any help, just let me know.


47. Jason [____] a moment before replying because he was not sure how to respond to the interviewer’s question.


48. I exercise two times a week to [____] my mind and body.


49. The post office announces: Sending packages containing [____] items is forbidden.


50. Although the leader sometimes tends to [____] the situation, the team works well together.