1. Because the couple could not have children of their own, they planned to [____] an orphan.


2. Though it is too early to say whether the storm will make [____] in Taiwan, it is predicted heavy rain for northern and eastern parts of the island over the coming days.


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


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


5. A:“Look at the line in front of the restaurant! We should have made a reservation.”B:[____]


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


7. _____ are those who act in contradiction to their stated beliefs or feelings.


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


9. The earthquake’s [____] was such that hundreds of houses were destroyed and thousands of people were killed.


10. A:Do you know when the new traffic rules will become effective?B: [____]


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


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


13. Wild Wadi Water Park is an [____] playground for both adults and children in the summer.


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


15. Rescuers from many countries went to the [____] of the earthquake to help the victims.


16. The [____] consists of the usual march-past by the military and some interesting displays by the marching girls, martial arts clubs and dragon dancers.


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


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


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


20. Who [____] you at the restaurant last week?


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


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


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


24. I bought a new pair of [____] for my son. He needed them for the job interview.


25. Maria is shouting _____ excitement because she just won the first prize.


26. A: This is a very tricky problem.B: [____]


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


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


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


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


31. The government will [____] a statement about tax increases soon.


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


33. Bad habits usually result [____] bad health. Thus if you want to be in a good shape, you need to get rid of some habits.


34. While courts in the U.S. generally favor the mother in the event of a divorce, Taiwan family and divorce laws will grant custody to the father, [____] some other agreement is reached.


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


36. Among the things that money cannot buy [____] good health in the mind and body.


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


38. There is a clear [____] that the defendant committed the murder of the rich old man.


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


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


41. Expo 2010 [____] in Shanghai, China from May 1 to October 31, 2010.


42. Owing to human greed, there is little chance of [____] peace in the world.


43. The Dalai Lama arrived in Taiwan last night for a six-day visit to [____] victims of Typhoon Morakot.


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


45. You will have to pay extra [____] for overweight baggage.


46. It didn’t take us long to get here because there [____] traffic.


47. If you want to become a successful businessman, you have to work [____] and learn from the seniors.


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


49. I haven’t [____] decided where to go on holiday.


50. A: “I’m thinking of buying a notebook computer.”B:[____]