1. The 2010 World Cup Final was broadcast [____] to people all over the world.


2. The parrot used its strong [____] to crack open the nuts.


3. After [____] to prison, those teens regretted not having taken advice from their parents and friends.


4. We do ask that you make your reservations right away in order to take [____] of lower rates.


5. She takes a lot of [____] measures to lose her weight.


6. On the Sunday [____] your visit, I went to see Johnny with Mr. Powell. He sent his regards to you.


7. Since the economy is improving, many people are hoping for a [____] in salary in the coming year.


8. A: You speak very good English.B: _____


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


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


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


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


13. A: I don’t feel well. I have an upset stomach.B: You _____ have eaten something bad.


14. Sophia has profound knowledge of Greek history, which makes her a [____] in that field.


15. We eat [____] live, not live to eat.


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


17. I remember [____] him before. But I couldn’t remember the place and time.


18. If this matter cannot be resolved, I will be forced to [____] the contract.


19. A: [____] Tea or coffee?B: Black coffee, please.


20. [____] the cockroach when she screamed and stomped her feet furiously.


21. The crew [____] the burning ship and were saved by the rescue team.


22. A: You can keep the change.B:[____]


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


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


25. Since he went to Japan, I haven’t heard [____] him again.


26. Many customers complained that they had difficulty assembling the M-20 mountain bicycle, because the instructions in the manual were not [____].


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


28. Many people stood in long lines to see the _____ of stamps at the museum.


29. A: You are so busy. [____]B:Thank you for your kindness. Can you please type this letter for me?


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


31. Our manager _____ from his position yesterday because he needed more time to take care of his sick father.


32. After the summit meeting, both sides agreed to _____ fire so that the peace talks could go on.


33. A:As you sow, so shall you reap. We all have to work harder.B:_____________ 


34. The child was in [____] condition with over 85% of her body seriously burnt.


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


36. Knowing that her son was suffering from a _____ disease, the mother cried her eyes out.


37. Waiter: Are you ready to order, sir? Guest: [____]


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


39. This toy car is too expensive. Please give me a [____] one.


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


41. Mayor Ting’s plan about the city will have the [____] for the betterment of our life in the near future.


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


43. Healthcare workers, pregnant women and children aged between 6 months and 6 years are set to be [____] recipients of immunization vaccine against the H1N1 virus.


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


45. I want to change a new job. Can you please help me how to write a letter of [____]?


46. It was very much _____ my disappointment that they lost the game. 


47. I have no [_____] at all. I don’t feel like eating anything.


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


49. A: Where are you now? I have been waiting for you in the park for one hour already!B: _____


50. With such a big family _____ on the man, it would be a disaster if he loses his job.