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


2. When I feel hungry at night, I usually eat [____] noodle.


3. Without your kind assistance, I [____] a very serious mistake.


4. Tammy often [____] music from the Internet to her MP3 player.


5. Our manager _____ from his position yesterday because he needed more time to take care of his sick father.


6. Seasonal flu vaccinations began yesterday, leading to long lines at hospitals and health centers [____] the island.


7. She bought some carrots, potatoes and [____] to make salad.


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


9. Peter: My hands really itch. I can’t stop scratching them.Robert: It looks like a rash. Are you allergic to anything?Peter: [____] It never happened to me before.


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


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


12. A:“I’m afraid I don’t have time to meet you today.”B:[____]


13. You shouldn’t [____] your parents’ love [____]; instead, you should cherish and reward it.


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


15. You are not [____] to understand the current situation.


16. A: Excuse me. Is this the investment consulting service?B: [____]


17. People have to learn to [____] their problems.


18. The candidates' challenge in the 2008 election was [____]: to get supporters out to the meetings and to win over the large numbers of undecided voters.


19. I plan to go to Jay’s concert next week, but all tickets [____].


20. Paul’s [____] pursuit of knowledge is praised highly by his instructor.


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


22. Although the unemployment rate reached an all-time high in mid-2009, it has fallen for four [____] months by December.


23. A: What was the weather like?B:[____]


24. Clark: Hi, young lady._____Dianne: Oh, I’m just looking.Clark: O.K. If you need any help, just let me know.


25. She has no [____] in country music.


26. A: Sir, I want to open a time deposit account.B: _____A: One year.B: OK. Please fill in this signature card first.


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


28. A:Are you available tomorrow afternoon? I want to bring my project to your office. B: [____] Please email it to me.A: That's a good idea. Thanks.


29. Retarded children are most [____] to physical abuses in a family.


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


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


32. 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.


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


34. A: “How can I get to the post office?”B:[____]


35. He is not an [____] person. He simply wants to live a simple life and does not want to compete with others.


36. The corporation began sponsoring charity events so that its public image [____].


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


38. John, please remember [____] off the lights when you leave.


39. In southern Taiwan, people’s ties to rural folk culture are strongest. Local gods are more fervently worshipped. Tainan, for instance, has a temple heritage second to [____].


40. Our company has been on a very tight [____] since 2008.


41. The plane ticket is _____ for one year. 


42. 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.


43. It is [_____] that a foreigner can speak Mandarin so fluently.


44. Mary’s watch is as expensive as her husband’s. Her father’s watch is [____] theirs.


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


46. Can you remind me _____ Ann tomorrow?


47. A:“I wonder if you could reserve a table with a view for me.”B:[____]


48. It’s time to take a short _____. Would you like to have a cup of coffee? 


49. My mother wants me to [____] USD5,000 from the bank.


50. Could you please tell me [____]?