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


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


3. City [____] are always available at the local tourist information center.


4. The value of a house lies in its [____], for example, whether there is a subway station or a supermarket around.


5. As a baseball pitcher, Wang Chien-ming gained his international [____] by having nineteen wins within a baseball season.


6. As a college student, Jennifer’s dream job is to work as a summer _____ at a law firm.


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


8. He looks [____] he were very exhausted from work.


9. You’ve lived in California for a long time, [____]?


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


11. As introductory English now begins in elementary, rather than secondary school, and classes have begun to focus more on the spoken language, travelers to Taiwan can [____] without having to attempt any Mandarin or Taiwanese.


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


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


14. All my friends are recommending the movie, Avatar; [____], I am too busy to see it.


15. After a three-day strike, the employer and the employees have reached a consensus, and the factory has [____] operations.


16. London coffee houses became centers of discussion [____] as “penny universities”.


17. A: Excuse me. Can I try this blouse on?B:[____]


18. He [____] to Japan two years ago.


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


20. We look forward to [____] from you soon.


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


22. Critics have suggested that the Neihu-Mucha MRT line [____] during the 21st Summer Deaflympics in Taipei.


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


24. He is a [____] person. He doesn’t like changes but enjoys old ways of thinking.


25. I might have the chance to visit the theater _____ person.


26. These magnificent buildings date back to the period of Japanese_____.


27. He didn’t know the word, chic, and [____].


28. Larry believes in always getting prepared for emergencies; [____], he piles canned goods in his basement.


29. The government should take measures to control the growing [____]. Food prices have gone up sharply recently.


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


31. To use a TravelPass, you have to insert it [____] the automatic stamping machine when you get off.


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


33. The hiking route of the Shitoushan Trail is not [____] and so is suitable for most people, including the elderly and young children.


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


35. [____] you eat every day has a profound and everlasting impact on your health.


36. A: I plan to take a three-day trip to Kenting. [____] B: It's been raining cats and dogs these days.


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


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


39. The corporation can offer more opportunities to the efficient and [____] employees and thus secure top-flight personnel.


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


41. The Ministry of the Interior has decided to [____] telephone fraud.


42. I [_____] my high school classmate in a department store yesterday.


43. The [____] of Taipei include CKS Memorial Hall, the Grand Hotel, Taipei 101 and Lung Shan Temple. Once you see these buildings, you know where you are.


44. I exercise two times a week to [____] my mind and body.


45. Middle children often feel less important than their older or younger [____].


46. Only when you’re well-prepared will you be able to make the best use of every [____] for success when it comes.


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


48. For safety’s sake, it is essential to remain in our seats and _____ our seat belts before an airplane takes off.


49. You can choose from [____] activities while staying at Taipei.


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