1. John has to [____] the annual report to the manager before this Friday; otherwise, he will be in trouble.


2. I couldn’t help [_____] when I heard about the death of my cousin.


3. John felt the house shaken and [____] out immediately.


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


5. Hsin-chu Science Park [____] at the eastern suburb of Hsin-chu City.


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


7. The [____] woman made a point of visiting people in the hospital who had no relatives to visit them.


8. Despite facing an imminent labor shortage as its population ages, Japan has done [____] to open itself up to immigration.


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


10. It’s a pity. It was so dark last night on the mountain that [____] anything.


11. Tom’s driver’s license has just been [____] after he received ten speeding tickets.


12. A spokesperson for the MOTC says that the “fat cat” problem will be [____] in the coming weeks in order to meet the expectations of the public.


13. Tim is terrible at [____] a trip. He always takes to much stuff.


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


15. The news was [____] good [____] true.


16. A: “How would you like your steak to be cooked?”B:[____]


17. The janitor is [____] for taking care of the office.


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


19. The river was [____] by the chemical waste from the factory.


20. [____] by eating less will you lose some weight.


21. The problem is too difficult [____].


22. Humans are deeply [____] beings. Friendship and marriage make people happier.


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


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


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


26. I will visit you the day after tomorrow, if it is [____] for you.


27. The dog was _____ death in the snowy weather. 


28. Nowadays, [____] is a much better and wiser means than military force to solve differences or problems between nations.


29. I resented [____] that. She could have been more courteous and sophisticated.


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


31. No matter where you are, staying [____] your family, friends and business partners is very important.


32. Taichung City is home to a little more than 700 thousand residents with 64% of the [____] employed.


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


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


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


36. There are different kinds of restaurants along the street,_____ from haute cuisine in five-star hotels to inexpensive stands selling traditional Taiwanese food.


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


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


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


40. Danielle behaves herself [____].


41. Michelle often reviews research papers for one of the top journals in [____] genetics.


42. Delayed by a traffic jam, we were terribly late for a concert and had to wait until the [____] to enter.


43. We are genuinely grateful for your long-term [____] in carrying out the building project.


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


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


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


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


48. A:Jack used whisky to brush his teeth.B:______


49. During the one-month trial period, customers are under no _____ to sign any contracts.


50. You should live within your income. Otherwise, you won’t be able to earn enough money to [____].