1. The flooding after the typhoon _____ many houses.


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


3. It is [____] to park cars on the sidewalk.


4. The newly published book written by the former president contains many [____] issues on public policy and has aroused public argument and disapproval.


5. _____ it was a holiday, I could sleep late.


6. You have worked so hard for a whole year-_____ taking a break.


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


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


9. It’s sad that he died of a heart [____].


10. At our hotel your butler will [____] that your requests are satisfactorily fulfilled.


11. Remember to [____] some sunscreen before you go to the beach.


12. The train _____ to arrive at 11:30, but it was an hour late.


13. Mary’s uncle passed away yesterday. The _____ will be held next Tuesday. 


14. He hurt his leg while climbing the mountain; [____], he would have participated in the charity event to raise money for the poor.


15. I would like to [____] $500 from my savings account.


16. The challenging job required a strong, successful, and [____] candidate.


17. We need to buy some new _____ for redecorating our villa. 


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


19. Japan and France are in [____].


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


21. Unfortunately, the hotel is extremely limited in space and cannot [____] large groups of tourists.


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


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


24. A:What color of dress should I choose for the ceremony?B:_____________ 


25. Tom had stayed up watching movies and _____ this morning. 


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


27. He was tired. So he stopped [____] for a while.


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


29. Our interest rate is _____. Clients with good records can get a lower rate.


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


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


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


33. A:Can you tell me where I can catch the number 36 bus, please?B:[____]


34. A:“What would you think a person with a slight fever should do?”B:[____]


35. A: [_____] It is raining outside.B: Yes please. It is so kind of you.


36. In the past, high school students were not allowed [____] their hair.


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


38. I remember [____] you somewhere. It’s possible that we went to college together.


39. A: What do you think of your new job in that company?B: Though there is lots of work to do, the salary is more than I expected.A: [____]


40. _____ change your mind, please give us a call.


41. As soon as it [____] raining, we will go out for a movie.


42. A:This is Kevin McQueen, his former classmate. Do you know what time he will be back?B: _____


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


44. John: Could you please mail this letter for me?Mary: I am sorry. I can’t because I have a lot of work to do now.John: That’s all right. [____]


45. The president’s reckless actions have [____] his country into a disaster.


46. Don’t take sight and hearing for _____; make the best use of them.


47. Either my sister or I _____ to go to the mall to do some shopping.


48. A:I keep worrying that I left the back door unlocked.B:_____________ 


49. I ride the bicycle to the office every day. I save money _____ gas.


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