1. These trainings will [____] you to find a job in one of the banks.


2. A motorcycle rider should wear a [____] to protect his/her head from being hurt.


3. We will have a big family _____ for my grandfather’s 90th birthday this Sunday.


4. The child [____] on the couch all day long.


5. Sophia has profound knowledge of Greek history, which makes her a [____] in that field.


6. Do you know [____]?


7. Hong Kong is one of the world’s most thrilling Chinese New Year travel destinations. The [____] is the spectacular fireworks display on the second day of the New Year.


8. Humans are deeply [____] beings. Friendship and marriage make people happier.


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


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


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


12. The time [____] is thirteen hours between Taipei and New York.


13. It is reported that there’s [____] tension between the refugees and the local population in Pakistan.


14. The waiter is [____] for us to follow him. He must have found a table for us.


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


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


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


18. [____] birds are suspected to be major carriers of avian flu.


19. 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.


20. Bodyguards were on alert throughout the presidential [____].


21. The good weather will [____] all the week.


22. In time of economic [____], many small companies will downsize their operation.


23. All the [____] on the city rail map are color-coded so that a traveler knows which direction she/he should take.


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


25. In May and June, the museum [____] a series of one-week exhibitions.


26. A: Why is your coat so wet?B: It was [____] when I arrived.


27. A doctor’s schedule is always subject to change. He may try to finish his job by midnight but get [____] emergency cases. He will have to change his schedule then.


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


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


30. Although I live in an English-speaking environment, I still read Chinese books. [____] does having an English name reduce the importance of Chinese culture in my heart.


31. Do not [____] John and Lisa when they are busy with the project.


32. Your car will be [____] away if you park it here without permission.


33.

Kaohsiung’s temperatures ____ from a low of 14 degrees(Celsius)to a high of 28 degrees in the winter.


34. Cindy and her husband are so busy that it is difficult for them to [____] dates for a vacation.


35. Owls are [____] creatures, for they can hardly be seen during the day.


36. John: So you have a crush on Helen?Ken: Shh! This is between you and me, you know.John: [____]


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


38. The loud singing from next door really [____] and I cannot concentrate on my reading.


39. He has to send his mother to the hospital immediately since she is [_____] a serious flu.


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


41. A [____] film won the Oscar Award last year for its explicit exposure of corruption in our society.


42. The production of bread mainly includes the _____ such as flour, sugar and eggs.


43. I wish I [____] a bird so that I could fly.


44. Even the typhoon is [_____], the flight still takes off on time.


45. The problem is too difficult [____].


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


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


48. Joy, you must get this letter [____] right away.


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


50. Customer:I have 3 books to be sent to the US by airmail. How can I mail them?Clerk: [____]Customer: Thanks.