1. After walking for 10 miles, I just want to [____] down and take a ten-minute rest.


2. The plane leaving for Tokyo from Hong Kong will [____] at seven p.m..


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


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


5. The [____] of Taipei include CKS Memorial Hall, the Grand Hotel, Taipei 101 and Lung Shan Temple. Once you see these buildings, you know where you are.


6. Before you fly, please be sure to read the list of items [____] from being carried onto the plane. You must not bring any of these items to the security checkpoints.


7. He has to send his mother to the hospital immediately since she is [_____] a serious flu.


8. Bodyguards were on alert throughout the presidential [____].


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


10. The two companies signed a document to strengthen [____] business relations.


11. We do ask that you make your reservations right away in order to take [____] of lower rates.


12. Whenever he gives help to those who are in need, his heart will be [____] with unspeakable joy.


13. [____] the cockroach when she screamed and stomped her feet furiously.


14. The police officer needs to [____] the traffic during the rush hours.


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


16. A doctor’s schedule is always subject to change. He may try to finish his job by midnight but get [____] emergency cases. He will have to change his schedule then.


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


18. He is very [____]. He cares about nobody but himself.


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


20. Peter: My hands really itch. I can’t stop scratching them.Robert: It looks like a rash. Are you allergic to anything?Peter: [____] It never happened to me before.


21. The man, [____], is going to give a lecture at our school.


22. 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?”


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


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


25. Demographers study population growth or decline and things like [____], which means the movement of populations into cities.


26. A:“What would you think a person with a slight fever should do?”B:[____]


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


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


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


30. The personnel office has made a [____] effort to make itself more efficient in responding to employees’ need.


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


32. Jason [____] a moment before replying because he was not sure how to respond to the interviewer’s question.


33. I’m going to the garage. My car needs _____ because it broke down the day before yesterday.


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


35. He drives much [____] than his girl friend.


36. A: I plan to take a three-day trip to Kenting. [____] B: It's been raining cats and dogs these days.


37. No one [____] the earthquake. All the villagers were killed in this unexpected accident.


38. Most of the people in my office want to stay _____, so they exercise regularly.


39. These ancient porcelains are very [____] and might break easily, so please handle them carefully.


40. I am so hungry. The noodles look _____ to me. 


41. You should live within your income. Otherwise, you won’t be able to earn enough money to [____].


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


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


44. While many people spend their lifetime _____ fame and wealth, I decide to pursue health and happiness instead.


45.

For more information, please call Paul Stanley at (02)2422-8769 or ______ http://uoftaichung.edu.tw.


46. A:“Look at the line in front of the restaurant! We should have made a reservation.”B:[____]


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


48. We loved Helen because she [____].


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


50. Many families are struggling to _____ during this recession.