1. He [____] that he didn’t want to join the flashy fraternity of executives who dominated the industry.


2. I prefer a round table to a [____] one. Round represents completeness.


3. Since he was born, his parents _____ very good care of him and denied him nothing.


4. To keep the glass clean, you need to wipe your mouth with the [____] before drinking the wine.


5. You should always _____ your opinions politely.


6. Successful students [____] their notes after they finish taking them.


7. My legs are _____ after the ball game. 


8. 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.


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


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


11. Only the members with a gold pass will have full [____] to this club.


12. This job is easy. I think I can finish it [____] myself.


13. Tom made an [____] to his boss for being late to office.


14. Mike forgot to save the file and the computer [____] suddenly. It was a real disaster.


15. The production of bread mainly includes the _____ such as flour, sugar and eggs.


16. When he thinks, he likes to [____] his face with two hands, so no one can see his facial expression.


17. The loud singing from next door really [____] and I cannot concentrate on my reading.


18. The boss was [____] Ted’s laziness and decided to fire him.


19. These facilities in the playroom are for children aged between 1–12 [____].


20. John: Could you please mail this letter for me?Mary: I am sorry. I can’t because I have a lot of work to do now.John: That’s all right. [____]


21. Mark was injured in the car accident yesterday, so his elder brother _____ his place in the race. 


22. He _____ last year. He and his wife just celebrated their first anniversary.


23. It is reported that there’s [____] tension between the refugees and the local population in Pakistan.


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


25. It’s been cold lately. So I try to [____] taking a shower every day.


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


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


28. The post office issues [____] stamps for special events only.


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


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


31. Customer:Yesterday I sent a value-declared letter to my friend. Can I request that it be returned?Clerk: Do you know if it has been delivered or not?Customer: [____]Clerk:Sure. (Just a moment) The item has been delivered. According to the rules, it is impossible for the post office to request it be returned by the addressee.Customer: Thanks.


32. A:I keep worrying that I left the back door unlocked.B:_____________ 


33. Middle children often feel less important than their older or younger [____].


34. In yesterday’s protest, the demonstrators [____] leaflets of their claims against air pollution to passers-by.


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


36. I ride the bicycle to the office every day. I save money _____ gas.


37. A:This is Kevin McQueen, his former classmate. Do you know what time he will be back?B: _____


38. 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.


39. Public [____] to voting is a problem in many democratic countries with low turnouts in elections.


40. When I feel hungry at night, I usually eat [____] noodle.


41. The hiking route of the Shitoushan Trail is not [____] and so is suitable for most people, including the elderly and young children.


42. You look tired [_____] me. Did you stay up late last night?


43. If Scott had studied hard enough, he [____] the midterm exam. Now he has to burn the midnight oil to pass the final exam.


44. He hurt his leg while climbing the mountain; [____], he would have participated in the charity event to raise money for the poor.


45. Kristine can’t help feeling [____] when she has to give a lecture in front of a large crowd.


46. All transportation vehicles should be well-[____] and kept in good running condition.


47. This is a non-smoking restaurant. Please [____] your cigarette at once.


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


49. A(n) [____] number of volunteers showed up in the press conference.


50. A: Can you point out the location of our hotel in this map?B: [____]