1. Although the Enlightenment may have overestimated the power of reason to guide human conduct, it nevertheless opened to men and women a more humane view of their fellow passengers.


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


3. The production of rice and wheat in this country is [____] by the local government.


4. When the orange trees [____], there is a sweet fragrance in the air.


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


6. If I [____] rich enough, I [____] a luxurious house in downtown Taipei.


7. The man, [____], is going to give a lecture at our school.


8. You look [____] to me. I must have met you somewhere before.


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


10. The plane leaving for Tokyo from Hong Kong will [____] at seven p.m..


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


12. Being surrounded by the strong force of the police, the gangsters couldn’t but [____].


13. A:Did you tell Mary about my birthday party to be held next Monday?B: No. [____]


14. I don't think that Tom will have an [____] to get the high-paying job.


15. Because of credit _____, many companies which have financial difficulties cannot get a loan from banks.


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


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


18. Working at your computer for a long time can _____ pain in your wrists.


19. Fortunately, the patient’s condition remains [____] after the operation. She will be recovering soon.


20. My bookshelves were destroyed in the flood. I need to find a [____] to fix them.


21. The company [____] a 46% rise in earnings per share in the final quarter of 2007.


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


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


24. Tom called to check [____] I had received his message.


25. We will have a big family _____ for my grandfather’s 90th birthday this Sunday.


26. The chef has made a special sauce to [____] the beef.


27. It was so dark that [____] anything.


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


29. Demographers study population growth or decline and things like [____], which means the movement of populations into cities.


30. It’s sad that he died of a heart [____].


31. John: So you have a crush on Helen?Ken: Shh! This is between you and me, you know.John: [____]


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


33. A: Why didn’t you call me?B: [____]


34. They must be [____]. They keep on yawning without a stop.


35. [____] more manpower and fund, we'll complete the task within two months.


36. The president’s reckless actions have [____] his country into a disaster.


37. It's getting late. Let's [____].


38. People in Taiwan can easily find many _____ stores in their neighborhood.


39. Hong Kong is one of the world’s most thrilling Chinese New Year travel destinations. The [____] is the spectacular fireworks display on the second day of the New Year.


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


41. The flight to Chicago has been [____] due to heavy snow.


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


43. The exterior of Tina's apartment has an exceptionally large [____].


44. 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.


45. Though it is not very _____ paid, the job is quite interesting.


46. May I have two hundred U.S. dollars in small [____]?


47.

Kaohsiung’s temperatures ____ from a low of 14 degrees(Celsius)to a high of 28 degrees in the winter.


48. The police officer needs to [____] the traffic during the rush hours.


49. Cindy and her husband are so busy that it is difficult for them to [____] dates for a vacation.


50. Jason [____] a moment before replying because he was not sure how to respond to the interviewer’s question.