1. The label on the canned pork says this product is [____] to be free of preservatives.


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


3. The child was in [____] condition with over 85% of her body seriously burnt.


4. Although the unemployment rate reached an all-time high in mid-2009, it has fallen for four [____] months by December.


5. He fashioned himself as an executive in the mold of Jack Welch, [____] he’d worked at GE’s NBC.


6. I need to [____] fifty thousand dollars from my brother to buy a new car.


7. His hearing and sight were going fast, [____] he wasn’t old.


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


9. To use a TravelPass, you have to insert it [____] the automatic stamping machine when you get off.


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


11. A [____] film won the Oscar Award last year for its explicit exposure of corruption in our society.


12. Our restaurant offers an [____] international array of fine dishes and treats.


13. Debby:I’ve got two complimentary tickets for the premiere of the movie The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. Would you like to join me?Pam: I’d be glad to, but [____]Debby:What a shame. Never mind. I’ll ask Laura if she can go with me.


14. People have to learn to [____] their problems.


15. After [____] to prison, those teens regretted not having taken advice from their parents and friends.


16. This restaurant makes good sandwiches. They will even _____ your bread for free.


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


18. [____], the little girl did not open the door.


19. All transportation vehicles should be well-[____] and kept in good running condition.


20. He hurt his leg while climbing the mountain; [____], he would have participated in the charity event to raise money for the poor.


21. The hiking route of the Shitoushan Trail is not [____] and so is suitable for most people, including the elderly and young children.


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


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


24. The plane ticket is _____ for one year. 


25. People all consider [____] wise to start to learn a foreign language at an early age.


26. Don’t count your chickens before they are _____.


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


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


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


30. This novel was mainly [____] by a stranger he met on his last trip to London.


31. I shall buy you a bracelet watch _____ condition that you promise to behave yourself. 


32. To say is one thing, but to do is [____].


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


34. Taiwan is [____] most countries for tourists.


35. Successful students [____] their notes after they finish taking them.


36. Though it is too early to say whether the storm will make [____] in Taiwan, it is predicted heavy rain for northern and eastern parts of the island over the coming days.


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


38. A: Do you want anything on this salad?B:[____]


39. A:“Here we are. I want to show you the living room. Do you like it?”B:[____]


40. My father can speak both English and German _____.


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


42. My mother wants me to [____] USD5,000 from the bank.


43. When [____] a conversation, it is always best to ask very broad questions such as “Where are you from?” or “How long have you been here?”


44. A:Let’s study hard now and go skiing during this coming Christmas holidays.B:_____________ 


45. 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.


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


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


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


49. The Eiffel Tower in France [_____] many tourists every year.


50. A:“I’m afraid I don’t have time to meet you today.”B:[____]