1. Because son preference has been a significant phenomenon in Asia for centuries, the Chinese actually have a term for such [____]: “bare branches” – branches of the family tree that will never bear fruit.


2. A: May I see your driver’s license, please?B:[____]


3. Tourists enjoy visiting night markets around the island to taste [____] local snacks.


4. Mother told her son, “[____] junk food you eat, [____] you will become.”


5. He wished he [____] smarter whenever he had problems with math.


6. As a collector, Mr. Strachwitz has built [____] is believed to be the largest private collection of Mexican-American and Mexican music.


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


8. A:Suzan went shopping again and bought herself another washing machine.B:[____] Doesn't she know that a penny saved is a penny earned?


9. [____] more manpower and fund, we'll complete the task within two months.


10. Unlike other springs locations, Taian Hot Springs is relatively serene, with no more than six large-scale resorts in the area, so the place is not as [____] as Wulai and Beitou.


11. We are not happy _____ the result.


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


13. Humans are deeply [____] beings. Friendship and marriage make people happier.


14. Our manager _____ from his position yesterday because he needed more time to take care of his sick father.


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


16. You are not [____] to understand the current situation.


17. It was so dark that [____] anything.


18. The two companies signed a document to strengthen [____] business relations.


19. I love going away, but there’s no place like [____].


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


21. A:Ms. Yeh, do you still remember me? You gave me lots of information about mutual funds two months ago.B:Oh, yes. I remember you. You are Ms. Su, aren’t you? How’s everything going?A:_____ I took your advice and invested some money. Unfortunately, I lost money.


22. Customer:Yesterday I sent a value-declared letter to my friend. Can I request that it be returned?Clerk: Do you know if it has been delivered or not?Customer: [____]Clerk:Sure. (Just a moment) The item has been delivered. According to the rules, it is impossible for the post office to request it be returned by the addressee.Customer: Thanks.


23. Many people want to do some sports, but there are not enough [____] in the city.


24. [____] you need to get in touch with me, you can reach me at 224338654 at my travel agency.


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


26. Many tourists are fascinated by the natural [____] of Taroko Gorge.


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


28. After a three-day strike, the employer and the employees have reached a consensus, and the factory has [____] operations.


29. The police arrested the suspect, but in the absence of [____] he was set free soon.


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


31. Taipei offers cheap and efficient public [____], e.g., its MRT and bus systems.


32. [____] he is honest is known to everyone in his class.


33. He [____] that he did something wrong and asked his parents for forgiveness.


34. Peter: My hands really itch. I can’t stop scratching them.Robert: It looks like a rash. Are you allergic to anything?Peter: [____] It never happened to me before.


35. When the orange trees [____], there is a sweet fragrance in the air.


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


37. A:“Excuse me, but I think you made a wrong turn. You were supposed to turn left on Wilson.”B:[____]


38. A: What do you think of your new job in that company?B: Though there is lots of work to do, the salary is more than I expected.A: [____]


39. After countless efforts, the missionary has finally raised a [____] amount of money to build a church.


40. Despite facing an imminent labor shortage as its population ages, Japan has done [____] to open itself up to immigration.


41. A: I almost didn’t recognize you in this new dress.B: [_____]


42. This city [____] 300 days of warm sunshine, with cooler evenings and occasional showers in the months between December and March.


43. 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.


44. Mr. Johnson wore a suit and tie [____].


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


46. You can choose from [____] activities while staying at Taipei.


47. In the past year I have developed an important relationship with my [____].


48. I look forward to [_____] after working hard in the company for so many years.


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


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