1. The boss was [____] Ted’s laziness and decided to fire him.


2. Only when you’re well-prepared will you be able to make the best use of every [____] for success when it comes.


3. The MRT system has greatly [____] this area; I can’t even recognize the location of my old school.


4. You have the [____] of going to work or studying abroad.


5. The post office announces that airmail service to Haiti is temporarily [____] due to the severe earthquake in January.


6. I need to check my _____ to make sure that I am free for the meeting.


7. Parents and teachers used to reject our ideas    


8. John was [____] from work today because he was sick.


9. A: Why is your coat so wet?B: It was [____] when I arrived.


10. It’s been cold lately. So I try to [____] taking a shower every day.


11. If I [____] a bird, I would fly anywhere I want.


12. A:Are you available tomorrow afternoon? I want to bring my project to your office. B: [____] Please email it to me.A: That's a good idea. Thanks.


13. The dog was _____ death in the snowy weather. 


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


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


16. Jennifer [____] Bill about his work as a lawyer. She asked him how many people were in his firm.


17. A: Have the prices of the antique cars gone down recently?B: [_____]


18. 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.


19. It’s too cold for me to take a cold shower. Please turn on the [____] for me.


20. The plane ticket is _____ for one year. 


21. The [____] weight limit for each small packet is 2 kg. In other words, items over 2 kg are not accepted.


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


23. No sooner [____] the department than it began to rain.


24. I wish I [____] ten thousand dollars to buy that sweater.


25. When an athlete won an event in the Olympic Games, musicians played the national anthem of his country and his national flag [____].


26. A: Can’t you meet me later this afternoon to talk about our investment project?B: _____


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


28. A: Why didn’t you call me?B: [____]


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


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


31. An open-minded city, Taipei [____] Asia’s first Gay Pride parade which has now become an annual autumn event.


32. I look forward [____] you at the conference on “How to Prevent Suicide.”


33. Sophia has profound knowledge of Greek history, which makes her a [____] in that field.


34. Our well-trained and caring employees are present [____] to provide the best services for every guest.


35. My sister knows many passages from Shakespeare [____]; she can memorize the details of his plays.


36. Delayed by a traffic jam, we were terribly late for a concert and had to wait until the [____] to enter.


37. 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.


38. The education of girls is the surest way to reduce [____].


39. In the movie, all the stuffed animals came [____].


40. The professor finally issued an [____] to Tim: retake the examination or fail in the course.


41. Most taxi drivers in Kinmen prefer to ask for a [____] fare rather than use the meter.


42. When I feel hungry at night, I usually eat [____] noodle.


43. The president is looking for a [____] manager to fill the post.


44. [____] a new language is interesting.


45. 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.


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


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


48. [____] a fire, the heritage building [____].


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


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