1. The new technique in a Malaysia based garment manufacturing company has [____] them to double the production of the factory.


2. After the summit meeting, both sides agreed to _____ fire so that the peace talks could go on.


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


4. Fifty dollars [____] not enough for me to have a dinner nowadays.


5. We loved Helen because she [____].


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


7. Come in, please. Let me _____ some water and make tea for you. 


8. A: [_____] It is raining outside.B: Yes please. It is so kind of you.


9. A: It's so hot here. Do you mind if I open the window?B: [____] Please go ahead.


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


11. We are sorry. All lines are currently busy. Please [____] on for the next available agent.


12. I ordered a pizza and asked it to be [____] to my office.


13. Waiter: Are you ready to order, sir? Guest: [____]


14. The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, written by Mark Twain is a famous story [____] reading.


15. Paul’s [____] childhood experience has a great impact on his abnormal behavior.


16. The corporation began sponsoring charity events so that its public image [____].


17. There are different kinds of restaurants along the street,_____ from haute cuisine in five-star hotels to inexpensive stands selling traditional Taiwanese food.


18. The professor asked his students to finish the report in one month. Tomorrow will be the _____.


19. A: [_____]B: Yes, the one next door is.


20. I used to _____ myself with a walk in the botanical garden.


21. Japan and France are in [____].


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


23. You owe me a/an [____] for not giving me a helping hand when needed.


24. It was very much _____ my disappointment that they lost the game. 


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


26. If this matter cannot be resolved, I will be forced to [____] the contract.


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


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


29. If I [____] enough money, I [____] that luxurious car.


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


31. Please remember to [____] our research report by the end of this week, or we will lose the chance to take part in the contest.


32. Sherlock Holmes [____] smoke in the air and assumed the killer had not left for too long.


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


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


35. Either my sister or I _____ to go to the mall to do some shopping.


36. John _____ at me in bewilderment when I told him the news.


37. We arrived at the airport [____], so we had plenty of time for checking in and boarding.


38. The crew [____] the burning ship and were saved by the rescue team.


39. A: Excuse me. Do you speak English?B: Yes, but not very well.A: Can you direct me to Taipei station?B: [____]


40. 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.


41. A: You are so busy. [____]B:Thank you for your kindness. Can you please type this letter for me?


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


43. It is [____] to rain. You had better take an umbrella with you.


44. John has to [____] the annual report to the manager before this Friday; otherwise, he will be in trouble.


45. The flooding after the typhoon _____ many houses.


46. 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.


47. The plane ticket is _____ for one year. 


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


49. Melanie forgot [____] her parents in Taiwan when she arrived safely in America.


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