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


2. A: Make sure that you will be there on time tomorrow.B: [_____]


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


4. To cut down on the garbage, it is essential that all household trash _____ and put into trash bags.


5. Because the couple could not have children of their own, they planned to [____] an orphan.


6. The boss says that we must [____] our business promotion in the upcoming three months.


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


8. Our cell phones use one of the most [____] technologies in the electronic business. No one beats us.


9. Without your kind assistance, I [____] a very serious mistake.


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


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


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


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


14. Seasonal flu vaccinations began yesterday, leading to long lines at hospitals and health centers [____] the island.


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


16. He will pay a visit to my boss [____] the afternoon of 5th of March [____] half past ten.


17. The young girl started to panic when she _____ a man approaching her in the dark.


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


19. Mary is [____] divorce because her husband is having an affair with his secretary.


20. It's getting late. Let's [____].


21. Darren:You must be very excited about going to Vancouver for schooling.Paula: [____], but I’m afraid I can’t do well because my English is poor.


22. A: “Are you ready to order?”B:[____]


23. The corporation can offer more opportunities to the efficient and [____] employees and thus secure top-flight personnel.


24. The deadline is Friday, so we had better [____] the report as soon as possible.


25. John is a teenager [____] enjoys shopping a lot.


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


27. Giraffes sleep only _____ an hour at a time.


28. I tried to [_____] my son who had just failed an examination, but in vain.


29. 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?”


30. A:Jack used whisky to brush his teeth.B:______


31. We look forward to [____] from you soon.


32. A: Excuse me. Can I try this blouse on?B:[____]


33. The problem is too difficult [____].


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


35. He wished he [____] smarter whenever he had problems with math.


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


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


38. I went to the store _____.


39. Because son preference has been a significant phenomenon in Asia for centuries, the Chinese actually have a term for such [____]: “bare branches” – branches of the family tree that will never bear fruit.


40. A:Tom, you are looking down today. Is something wrong?B: Yes. I had a quarrel with a colleague.A: [____] What did you quarrel about? B: I don't want to talk about it.


41. Unlike other springs locations, Taian Hot Springs is relatively serene, with no more than six large-scale resorts in the area, so the place is not as [____] as Wulai and Beitou.


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


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


44. A spokesperson for the MOTC says that the “fat cat” problem will be [____] in the coming weeks in order to meet the expectations of the public.


45. Nowadays, [____] is a much better and wiser means than military force to solve differences or problems between nations.


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


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


48.

Kaohsiung’s temperatures ____ from a low of 14 degrees(Celsius)to a high of 28 degrees in the winter.


49. 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.


50. In May and June, the museum [____] a series of one-week exhibitions.