1. I wish I [____] a bird so that I could fly.


2. Paul’s [____] pursuit of knowledge is praised highly by his instructor.


3. Because of credit _____, many companies which have financial difficulties cannot get a loan from banks.


4. Jenny’s success in her career _____ her mother very much.


5. Though it is too early to say whether the storm will make [____] in Taiwan, it is predicted heavy rain for northern and eastern parts of the island over the coming days.


6. It is said that there are only a few lucky days [____] for getting married in 2010.


7. Mary’s uncle passed away yesterday. The _____ will be held next Tuesday. 


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


9. [____] buyers want is technology that makes cars go further and faster for less money.


10. His hearing and sight were going fast, [____] he wasn’t old.


11. The label on the canned pork says this product is [____] to be free of preservatives.


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


13. A:Do you know when the new traffic rules will become effective?B: [____]


14. Please remember _____ the radio before you sleep.


15. _____ you need any assistance from me, please do not hesitate to contact me. 


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


17. 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.


18. It's [____] that we'd better go hiking in Yang-ming Mountain.


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


20. [____] he is honest is known to everyone in his class.


21. It was a _____ that the little boy survived the plane crash.


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


23. Jumbo jet had made [____] for people [____] for a long distance comfortably.


24. The river was [____] by the chemical waste from the factory.


25. The plane ticket is _____ for one year. 


26. He was tired. So he stopped [____] for a while.


27. A: What lovely little fruit tarts!B:[____]


28. 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.


29. Taiwan is famous [____] its many famous scenic spots, such as, Sun Moon Lake, Ali Mountain, etc.


30. Linda is an [____] friend of mine; there is no secret between us, and we always share our happiness and sorrow.


31. My boss is very [____]; he keeps asking us to complete assigned tasks within the limited time span.


32. Although the leader sometimes tends to [____] the situation, the team works well together.


33. If I [____] rich enough, I [____] a luxurious house in downtown Taipei.


34. Our company has been on a very tight [____] since 2008.


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


36. Don’t [____]! Just tell me directly why you object to my plan!


37. The Ministry of the Interior has decided to [____] telephone fraud.


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


39. It is believed that international sports competitions would promote friendly relations [____] nations.


40. Thank you! It’s [____] I’ve ever received.


41. Millions of people are expected to [____] in the 2010 Taipei International Flora Expo.


42. I can’t ride my bicycle [____] there isn’t any air in one of the tires.


43. Though it is not very _____ paid, the job is quite interesting.


44. He [____] to Japan two years ago.


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


46. A: “I’m thinking of buying a notebook computer.”B:[____]


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


48. Whether we will go or not [____] on whether we can afford the expenses.


49. 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.


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