1. A dissident strove to seek political [____] upon his arrival at the United States.


2. I resented [____] that. She could have been more courteous and sophisticated.


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


4. 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.


5. Retarded children are most [____] to physical abuses in a family.


6. Don’t take sight and hearing for _____; make the best use of them.


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


8. The Eiffel Tower in France [_____] many tourists every year.


9. Our teacher always tells us that knowledge should be [____] through years, not gained in one day.


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


11. Since the economy is improving, many people are hoping for a [____] in salary in the coming year.


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


13. Your car will be [____] away if you park it here without permission.


14. This toy car is too expensive. Please give me a [____] one.


15. All parcels are subject to [____] clearance; therefore, senders are requested to fill out these forms.


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


17. After countless efforts, the missionary has finally raised a [____] amount of money to build a church.


18. [____] you eat every day has a profound and everlasting impact on your health.


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


20. As a baseball pitcher, Wang Chien-ming gained his international [____] by having nineteen wins within a baseball season.


21. Japan and France are in [____].


22. All his family members attended the [____] because they wanted to congratulate him on obtaining a college diploma in person.


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


24. A bargain hunter must have patience, and above all, [____] recognize the worth of something when he or she sees it.


25. These magnificent buildings date back to the period of Japanese_____.


26. A: “How would you like your steak to be cooked?”B:[____]


27. Joy, you must get this letter [____] right away.


28. I would prefer staying home rather than [____] you to the pop concert.


29. The trip to Africa was full of [____] and joys, and we all really enjoyed it.


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


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


32. The Presidential Office in Taiwan is a classic mix of European renaissance and baroque style architecture, [____] ornate with simple features.


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


34. The Dalai Lama arrived in Taiwan last night for a six-day visit to [____] victims of Typhoon Morakot.


35. 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.


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


37. I remember [____] him before. But I couldn’t remember the place and time.


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


39. Bob is a friend of mine. I _____ him for a long time.


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


41. There are elegant shops on [____] side of the street.


42. Library users will be fined for returning books after the [____] date.


43. A: I would like to withdraw some money._____B:You can go to Windows 5 to 9 to withdraw or deposit money.A: Thanks.


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


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


46. As soon as it [____] raining, we will go out for a movie.


47. Please remember _____ the radio before you sleep.


48. The Mayor of California was accused of [____] accounting practices.


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


50. A:Can you please mail these letters and postcards for me? B: Sure. Did you address and stamp them? A: [____]B: You're welcome.