1. I used to _____ myself with a walk in the botanical garden.


2. John was [____] from work today because he was sick.


3. Younger children can enjoy [____] programs from the Disney Channel or play games on one of the computers in this library.


4. A:Are you available tomorrow afternoon? I want to bring my project to your office. B: [____] Please email it to me.A: That's a good idea. Thanks.


5. As the bus rolled into her hometown, Liz looked around at the familiar streets and shops that she [____] for two years.


6. The problem is too difficult [____].


7. We need to buy some new _____ for redecorating our villa. 


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


9. Each student should choose a city and [____] famous sights that he/she would like to visit.


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


11. 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.


12. A:I suggest that you buy stocks owned by financial institutions.B:Because they must have evaluated the companies before investment?A:_____ They are also a good financial supporter for the company in case the company needs more capital.


13. [____] Daisy has spent two hours shopping in Sears, she still cannot find the kind of hat she wants.


14. It is hard for me to [____] with vendors. I usually take the first price they offer.


15. An American may have great difficulty [____] a Chinese from a Japanese. To westerners, they are both Asian.


16. Although I live in an English-speaking environment, I still read Chinese books. [____] does having an English name reduce the importance of Chinese culture in my heart.


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


18. He [____] that he did something wrong and asked his parents for forgiveness.


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


20. A: How did you like the trip to Penghu? B: [____]A: Oh, that’s too bad.


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


22. I sent Tom a present as a token of my [____] for his kind assistance.


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


24. Living in a highly [____] society, some Taiwanese children are forced by their parents to learn many skills at a very young age.


25. Taiwan is [____] most countries for tourists.


26. According to our justice system, the suspect will be considered [____] until proven guilty.


27. We loved Helen because she [____].


28. The singer’s [____] increases even though she gave birth to a new baby.


29. Debby:I’ve got two complimentary tickets for the premiere of the movie The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. Would you like to join me?Pam: I’d be glad to, but [____]Debby:What a shame. Never mind. I’ll ask Laura if she can go with me.


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


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


32. The government will [____] a statement about tax increases soon.


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


34. You owe me a/an [____] for not giving me a helping hand when needed.


35. Clark: Hi, young lady._____Dianne: Oh, I’m just looking.Clark: O.K. If you need any help, just let me know.


36. A:Excuse me. The bathroom tap's dripping in my room.B:[____]


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


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


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


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


41. Jason's boss is very [____] with the quality of his work.


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


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


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


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


46. After singing the national [____], the President gave a speech about Taiwan’s history and its people.


47. A [____] room or seat is being kept for someone rather than given or sold to someone else.


48. As he had grown up in the country, he was not [____] to the fast pace of the city life when he first moved to Taipei.


49. Larry believes in always getting prepared for emergencies; [____], he piles canned goods in his basement.


50. A motorcycle rider should wear a [____] to protect his/her head from being hurt.