1. The danger of heart disease is a family affair. Women whose husbands suffer a heart attack often [____] to share many of their husbands’ cardiovascular risk factors.


2. 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. [____]


3. She bought some carrots, potatoes and [____] to make salad.


4. I remember [____] you somewhere. It’s possible that we went to college together.


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


6. The company [____] a 46% rise in earnings per share in the final quarter of 2007.


7. All his family members attended the [____] because they wanted to congratulate him on obtaining a college diploma in person.


8. To keep the glass clean, you need to wipe your mouth with the [____] before drinking the wine.


9. It is said that there are only a few lucky days [____] for getting married in 2010.


10. You look [____] to me. I must have met you somewhere before.


11. The building collapsed, and only one person buried underground could _____ survive the catastrophic earthquake.


12. Tim is terrible at [____] a trip. He always takes to much stuff.


13. The chef has made a special sauce to [____] the beef.


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


15. The actress was considered a new star in the film industry. Her first performance caused quite a [____].


16. People traveling to a foreign country may need to apply [____] a visa.


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


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


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


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


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


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


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


25. The [____] consists of the usual march-past by the military and some interesting displays by the marching girls, martial arts clubs and dragon dancers.


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


27. London coffee houses became centers of discussion [____] as “penny universities”.


28. I can’t ride my bicycle [____] there isn’t any air in one of the tires.


29. When a big company goes out of business it is usually all _____ the news.


30. The flight to Chicago has been [____] due to heavy snow.


31. After years of trying, the couple have finally [____] the fact that they will never have their own children. They decided to adopt one.


32. The 2010 World Cup Final was broadcast [____] to people all over the world.


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


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


35. A motorcycle rider should wear a [____] to protect his/her head from being hurt.


36. When I was just _____ leave my office, I received a call from my boss.


37. Motorists are strongly advised to [____] when they drive along windy mountainous roads to avoid plunging into a ravine.


38. A:Did you tell Mary about my birthday party to be held next Monday?B: No. [____]


39. A: Hello, I'd like to speak to the manager, please.B:[____] A: I've a complaint to make. It's about the noise...


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


41. Many customers complained that they had difficulty assembling the M-20 mountain bicycle, because the instructions in the manual were not [____].


42. You will have to pay extra [____] for overweight baggage.


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


44. Hong Kong is one of the world’s most thrilling Chinese New Year travel destinations. The [____] is the spectacular fireworks display on the second day of the New Year.


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


46. Critics have suggested that the Neihu-Mucha MRT line [____] during the 21st Summer Deaflympics in Taipei.


47. All parcels are subject to [____] clearance; therefore, senders are requested to fill out these forms.


48. Knowing that her son was suffering from a _____ disease, the mother cried her eyes out.


49. Let us speculate who [____]


50. His speedy recovery from a fatal car accident still remains [____] for a lot of people.