1. If I [____] you were sick, I would have given you a leave of absence.


2. This artist’s [____] are on exhibition at the museum.


3. I haven’t [____] decided where to go on holiday.


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


5. The Department of Health urged the public to receive H1N1 flu shot as a [____] against potential outbreaks.


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


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


8. The birth rate in Taiwan was at a/an [____] low last year.


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


10. Larry believes in always getting prepared for emergencies; [____], he piles canned goods in his basement.


11. A:“I wonder if you could reserve a table with a view for me.”B:[____]


12. Healthcare workers, pregnant women and children aged between 6 months and 6 years are set to be [____] recipients of immunization vaccine against the H1N1 virus.


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


14. The room is so [____] that I can see nothing here.


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


16. The president of the United States can only serve two [____] of four years each.


17. The gentleman [____] the lady to the door of her flat and kissed her good night.


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


19. There is keen [____] in the sale of mobile phones.


20. A:Have you decided where you're going on holiday this year?B:[____]


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


22. With such a big family _____ on the man, it would be a disaster if he loses his job.


23. There is no one_____ cares about himself or herself; in other words, all of us are concerned about ourselves.


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


25. This job is easy. I think I can finish it [____] myself.


26. For most readers, her diary was a record of her inner _____.


27. You’ve lived in California for a long time, [____]?


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


29. Lisa is looking forward to [____] in the United States.


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


31. We [____] the fine weather to go fishing.


32. [____] has become a very serious problem in the modern world. It’s estimated that there are more than 1 billion overweight adults globally.


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


34. As soon as it [____] raining, we will go out for a movie.


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


36. Although I live in an English-speaking environment, I still read Chinese books. [____] does having an English name reduce the importance of Chinese culture in my heart.


37. [____] by eating less will you lose some weight.


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


39. He didn’t know the word, chic, and [____].


40. The typhoon that hit southern Taiwan [____] several houses.


41. If the rain doesn’t stop soon, we should consider [____] Joe’s farewell party.


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


43. I walked to school on foot, and [____].


44. A:I suggest that you buy stocks owned by financial institutions.B:Because they must have evaluated the companies before investment?A:_____ They are also a good financial supporter for the company in case the company needs more capital.


45. As a college student, Jennifer’s dream job is to work as a summer _____ at a law firm.


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


47. I need some [____] for taking buses around town.


48. 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.


49. The candidates' challenge in the 2008 election was [____]: to get supporters out to the meetings and to win over the large numbers of undecided voters.


50. Every staff member in the post office must know that a good service [____] toward customers is important.