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


2. My sister knows many passages from Shakespeare [____]; she can memorize the details of his plays.


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


4. It is [____] to park cars on the sidewalk.


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


7. A:“Here we are. I want to show you the living room. Do you like it?”B:[____]


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


9. A:Let’s study hard now and go skiing during this coming Christmas holidays.B:_____________ 


10. Many of America’s parks and monuments have been made possible by the [____] donations of its citizens.


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


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


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


14. As lots of victims have moved into our district after the disaster, we _____ a shortage of water very soon.


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


16. I shall buy you a bracelet watch _____ condition that you promise to behave yourself. 


17. A:What color of dress should I choose for the ceremony?B:_____________ 


18. In the past, high school students were not allowed [____] their hair.


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


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


21. His speedy recovery from a fatal car accident still remains [____] for a lot of people.


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


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


24. My mother wants me to [____] USD5,000 from the bank.


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


26. Customer:I have 3 books to be sent to the US by airmail. How can I mail them?Clerk: [____]Customer: Thanks.


27. I am really tired. I would rather _____ tonight, if you don’t mind.


28. People who don’t think ahead and plan for their future often find themselves in a sorry [____].


29. Taichung City is home to a little more than 700 thousand residents with 64% of the [____] employed.


30. He is a very conscientious professor. Never [____] he let his students leave his classes earlier.


31. I am sure I had made quite a good [____] on the personnel manager in the interview because I got the job.


32. [_____] by the terrible scene, she couldn’t move at all.


33. If I [____] you were sick, I would have given you a leave of absence.


34. A:What was his major in the university?B:_____________ 


35. Although the farmers had to work in the mud, they were all pleased, [____] the rain had come in the nick of time.


36. The audience enthusiastically [____] the pianist on her amazing performance.


37. The Department of Health urged the public to receive H1N1 flu shot as a [____] against potential outbreaks.


38. She is [_____] speaking German language.


39. The professor finally issued an [____] to Tim: retake the examination or fail in the course.


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


41. Wild Wadi Water Park is an [____] playground for both adults and children in the summer.


42. I walked to school on foot, and [____].


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


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


45. Mother Teresa [____] her [____] life aiding the sick and the homeless. Her selfless love has been highly praised by the world.


46. Many people want to do some sports, but there are not enough [____] in the city.


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


48. A:“I’m afraid I don’t have time to meet you today.”B:[____]


49. Our restaurant offers an [____] international array of fine dishes and treats.


50. The outer planets are cooler than the inner ones _____ they are further from the sun.