1. The students were completely [____] about their graduation trip because the school wanted it to be a surprise.


2. In the movie, all the stuffed animals came [____].


3. For fear that its economy would _____, the Spanish government is trying to get loans from its neighbors.


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


5. He fashioned himself as an executive in the mold of Jack Welch, [____] he’d worked at GE’s NBC.


6. Tom was [____] from his school for stealing and cheating on the exams.


7. To say is one thing, but to do is [____].


8. A: Have you finished writing your annual report?B: Not yet. [____]


9. The gentleman [____] the lady to the door of her flat and kissed her good night.


10. Paul’s [____] pursuit of knowledge is praised highly by his instructor.


11. Our cell phones use one of the most [____] technologies in the electronic business. No one beats us.


12. Lisa is looking forward to [____] in the United States.


13. A: Sir, I want to open a time deposit account.B: _____A: One year.B: OK. Please fill in this signature card first.


14. [____] you need to get in touch with me, you can reach me at 224338654 at my travel agency.


15. It is said that there are only a few lucky days [____] for getting married in 2010.


16. The Jade Mountain [____] with snow in winter.


17. The professor asked his students to finish the report in one month. Tomorrow will be the _____.


18. Mary is [____] divorce because her husband is having an affair with his secretary.


19. Although the leader sometimes tends to [____] the situation, the team works well together.


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


21. A: Hi, John. How’re you doing today?B: [____]


22. The Department of Health urged the public to receive H1N1 flu shot as a [____] against potential outbreaks.


23. If you are afraid of height, you should not try [____].


24. Watch your manners. You are not supposed to be so [____].


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


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


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


28. Will you buy an electric car when they [____] available?


29. My mother wants me to [____] USD5,000 from the bank.


30. We are sorry. All lines are currently busy. Please [____] on for the next available agent.


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


32. Mother Teresa [____] her [____] life aiding the sick and the homeless. Her selfless love has been highly praised by the world.


33. A: [_____]B: Yes, the one next door is.


34. John, please remember [____] off the lights when you leave.


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


36. The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, written by Mark Twain is a famous story [____] reading.


37. The birth rate in Taiwan was at a/an [____] low last year.


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


39. He is very [____]. He cares about nobody but himself.


40. If I [____] you were sick, I would have given you a leave of absence.


41. You should lie down and take some rest if you feel _____.


42. My father can speak both English and German _____.


43. Nonsmokers who must [____] inhale the air polluted by tobacco smoke may suffer more than the smokers themselves.


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


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


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


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


48. It was a _____ that the little boy survived the plane crash.


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


50. A: Are you sure we’re on the right way to the post office?B: Yes, [_____]