1. Scientists are not able to make accurate _____ of earthquakes, so it is impossible for people to take precautions.


2. A cat got into the kennel last night and created a tremendous _____.


3. This job is easy. I think I can finish it [____] myself.


4. Sexual [____] is regarded as a serious violation of women’s rights.


5. I walked to school on foot, and [____].


6. You should always _____ your opinions politely.


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


8. Peter: Where is the post office near the railway station?Grace: [____] The post office is on the right side.


9. 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. [____]


10. 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.


11. Watching TV is interesting, but it takes patience to watch TV _____, which advertise all kinds of things.


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


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


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


15. Don’t count your chickens before they are _____.


16. The police officer needs to [____] the traffic during the rush hours.


17. My sister and I [____] never [____] to Singapore.


18. Public [____] to voting is a problem in many democratic countries with low turnouts in elections.


19. A: I almost didn’t recognize you in this new dress.B: [_____]


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


21. According to our justice system, the suspect will be considered [____] until proven guilty.


22. Taiwan is famous [____] its many famous scenic spots, such as, Sun Moon Lake, Ali Mountain, etc.


23. It's [____] that we'd better go hiking in Yang-ming Mountain.


24. As a diplomat, Helen always pays special attention to table manners and social [____] in banquets and parties.


25. This novel was mainly [____] by a stranger he met on his last trip to London.


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


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


28. When a big company goes out of business it is usually all _____ the news.


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


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


31. I am so hungry. The noodles look _____ to me. 


32. I like to _____ time _____ my family.


33. A: Can’t you meet me later this afternoon to talk about our investment project?B: _____


34. A:“I think it is impolite for a guest to leave the house without saying goodbye to the host.”B:[____]


35. Those who [____] a quake [____] life more.


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


37. I’m going to the garage. My car needs _____ because it broke down the day before yesterday.


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


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


40. A: Would you like some cereal for breakfast?B:[____]


41. Although the Enlightenment may have overestimated the power of reason to guide human conduct, it nevertheless opened to men and women a more humane view of their fellow passengers.


42. Ever since childhood, Marnette had always wished she [____].


43. The deadline is Friday, so we had better [____] the report as soon as possible.


44. My wife and I _____ like to visit Spain, but we don’t have enough money for the trip.


45. I can’t ride my bicycle [____] there isn’t any air in one of the tires.


46. The farmer put a lot of [____] on his rice field, hoping that the crops may flourish.


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


48. Since the typhoon, the basement has been filled with water. We have to [____] it as soon as possible. Otherwise, waterborne diseases might spread.


49. For most readers, her diary was a record of her inner _____.


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