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


2. Our well-trained and caring employees are present [____] to provide the best services for every guest.


3. A:Our company has been running in the red for the last few years.B: But this year, I think we’ll [____]


4. After having an _____ with me, the boss decides to give me the job. 


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


6. The post office announces that airmail service to Haiti is temporarily [____] due to the severe earthquake in January.


7. I seem to have a fever. May I have a [____] to take my temperature?


8. It is essential that officials at all levels of government refuse to accept [____] from business interests.


9. I went to the store _____.


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


11. Another innovation which has helped blind people [____] the training of guide dogs.


12. You have worked so hard for a whole year-_____ taking a break.


13. A:Would you like a window seat, Sir?B:[____]


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


15. A: “Last week I was invited to a birthday party.”B:[____]


16. The child [____] on the couch all day long.


17. He was to my left, seated, since he couldn’t stand up for the hour his talk [____] last.


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


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


20. After moving from China to America, he not only experienced culture shock but also suffered [____] crisis.


21. When an athlete won an event in the Olympic Games, musicians played the national anthem of his country and his national flag [____].


22. She is [_____] speaking German language.


23. The new technique in a Malaysia based garment manufacturing company has [____] them to double the production of the factory.


24. After coming back from Europe, he told me everything about the trip [_____].


25. In May and June, the museum [____] a series of one-week exhibitions.


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


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


28. I look forward [____] you at the conference on “How to Prevent Suicide.”


29. The good weather will [____] all the week.


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


31. The personnel office has made a [____] effort to make itself more efficient in responding to employees’ need.


32. A: How do you like your egg?B:[____]


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


34. A: Excuse me. Is this the investment consulting service?B: [____]


35. When I don’t know what to do, I usually [____] to God for guidance.


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


37. My wife and I _____ like to visit Spain, but we don’t have enough money for the trip.


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


39. Let us speculate who [____]


40. A: This is a very tricky problem.B: [____]


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


42. A: “Excuse me. May I come in?”B:[____]


43. [____] a fire, the heritage building [____].


44. When [____] a conversation, it is always best to ask very broad questions such as “Where are you from?” or “How long have you been here?”


45. You will be [____] for littering in public places.


46. Mr. Johnson wore a suit and tie [____].


47. Most taxi drivers in Kinmen prefer to ask for a [____] fare rather than use the meter.


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


49. There is keen [____] in the sale of mobile phones.


50. In order to provide [____] comfort, our service even allows you to check in in the privacy of your suite.