test.3

sec 20

• He contentds that primitive life once existed on Mars.
• The crew is busy preparing for the voyage into outer space.
• They conducted a series of experiments under zero gravity.
• Many astronomers assume that the universe will expand infinitely.
• The astronauts were greeted with spontaneous applause.
• A fund was set up with a view to preserving our endangered planet.
• The massive flood paralyzed the local transportation network.
• The equator divides the globe into two hemispheres.
• I think it’s cruel to trap animals for fur coats.
• The organazation plays a principal role in wildlife conservation.
• Many fragile species are on the verge of extinction.
• The prolonged draught did severe damage to the crops.
• Tropical rain forests are quickly disappearing on a global scale.
• In part,
• it’s due to acid rain.
• It is said that global warming is directly related to carbon dioxide emissions.
• The destruction of the ozone layer affects the environment.
• The committee called on all nations to work side by side to curb air pollution.
• A satellite was launched into orbit to monitor melting glaciers.

sec 21

• The ecologist has warned us time and again that petroleum is not only a blessing but also a curse.
• The continent is abundant in fossil fuels.
• The region is relatively rich in mineral resources.
• Wheat accounts for approximately two-thirds of agricultural production in the area.
• Fertile soil is indispensable for a good harvest.
• A humid climate is characteristic of the peninsula.
• The active volcano erupts at regular intervals.
• The Panama Canal connects the Atlantic with the Pacific.
• The geographical features here are similar to those of our prefecture.
• More often than not, famine is accompanied by plague.
• A devastating earthquake hit the state capital, leaving tens of thousands of residents homeless.
• Watch out!
• The ceiling is giving way!
• The weather forcast says the typhoon is likely to accelerate and approach the coast.
• It’s still up in the air whether the game will be called off or not.
• So what?
• It makes no difference to me.
• It’s foggy, isn’t it?
• It sure is.
• But chances are it’ll clear up later on.

sec 22

• For the most part, modernization is identified with westernization.
• Urban culture appears to be attractive to many people, in particular, to younger people.
• AI stands for artificial intelligence.
• Household appliances are becoming more convenient day by day.
• My income is not adequate to provide for my family of four, but we have to make the best of it.
• The popularity of a website depends on its content.
• You’ve got to keep up with it.
• Once you fall behind, it’s hard to catch up.
• As technology rapidly advances, it’s tough to keep pace with it.
• More and more people are rushing to make use of the interactive nature of the medium.
• Innovation has something to do with the ability to notice unusual phenomena.
• A bunch of other companies are imitating our excellent methods.
• The once desolate valley was transformed into a thriving hub of hi-tech business.
• Although there’s still plenty of room for improvement, his invention is superior to conventional equipment in every respect.
• The strength of the firm is attributed to its unique and future-oriented strategies.
• They has integrated a wide range of unctions into this cool gadget.
• It’s catching on from coast to coast.
• This tool comes in handy, so I always keep it close at hand.
• In general, consumers prefer quantity to quality.
• It’s the other way around today.

sec 23

• Obviously, The advertisement is aimed at teenagers.
• The factory not under construction will assemble 1,000 CPU unit per day.
• Efficent machinery replaced manual laber.
• IN those days, the gigantic corporation had a virtual monopoly over internal commerce.
• With restrictions removed, thousands of newenterprises have come into being.
• As a result of his ridiculous venture, he is in danger of going bankrupt.
• Compared to the previous year,
• business is looking up in terms of sales.
• However,
• we haven’t made any profit yet.
• I’m goint to be transferred to an overseas branch.
• Oh, I’ll miss you.
• Please drop me a line.
• While he was away on business,
• his wife gave birth to a baby boy.

sec 24

• Apparently,
• I wasn’t willing to take on the task because it would just add to his burdens.
• He had intended to take her out tonight,
• but he had to work overtime.
• Please estimate the losses by Friday at the latest.
• I’ll manage it somehow.
• I’m counting on you.
• I’ll see to it.
• I appreciate it.
• Don’t mention it.
• He pretends to be enthusiastic when his boss is around.
• He got promoted at the expense of his colleagues.
• He should be ashamed of himself.
• As the recession set in,
• temporary employees where laid off one after another.
• Nowadays, many people are out of work against their will.
• Who is responsible for that?
• I’ve gotten pessimistic,
• and I’m worried about something I would never have been concerned about before.
• Today, even white-collar workers are confronted with great hardships.
• The authorities are striving in vain to stabilize the currency.
• We’ve come to the conclusion that nothing is more urgent than reducing Japan’s huge deficit.

sec 25

• The questionnaires were distributed at random.
• All you have to do is fill in the blanks below.
• (Please print in black or blue ink.)
• In addition to a 10% discount, you can pick out an optional excursion for free.
• Round-trip fares to each destination are as follows.
• Don’t forget to confirm your reservation in advance.
• I won’t.
• Be sure to check in at least 45 miniutes prior to departure time.
• I attached my name tag to my baggage,
• but it soon came off.
• On average,
• these packages weight two pounds.
• This plastic garbage bag is free of hazardous chemicals.
• This flashlight is getting dim.
• It needs new batteries.

sec 26

• Excuse me.
• How often do the shuttle buses run to downtown New York?
• The motel can accommodate as many as 400 guests.
• This suite is three times larger than my condominium.
• Littering in this facility is subject to a maximum fine of $500.
• That restaurant is always packed.
• We’d better make a reservation beforehand.
• Sorry to interrupt your meal but I’d like a word with you in private.
• Can I get back to you later?
• The cook was astonished at his increadible appetite.
• What’s going on down there?
• I’m curious.
• I have no idea.
• Excited fans were hanging aroud the rear exit hoping to catch a glimpse of Michael.
• On encountering the celebrity,
• they asked for his autograph.

sec 27

• Whenever I go abroad,
• I suffer from jet lag and diarrhea.
• I feel sort of dizzy and I feel like throwing up.
• You look pale!
• Take some aspirin.
• It will cure you of your headache in no time.
• I’m afraid I’m coming down with something.
• You should take a day off.
• Some of the ingredinents in this beverage are harmful,
• especially if you are pregnant.
• Good nutrition is vital for an infant’s growth.
• Moderate exercise stimulates the circulation of the blood.
• My physician advised me to refrain from alcohol for the time being.
• I do want to get into shape and lose some weight,
• so I go swimming every morning.
• He caught a nasty cold because he stayed up late last night.
• The surgeon persuaded him to undergo an organ transplant.
• Since our father is bedridden,
• we take turns looking after him.
• Our hypothesis is that eating excessive amounts of junk food contributes to early mortality.
• The government did not take appropriate measures to prevent the infection from spreading.
• The minister was obliged to resign from the Cabinet.

sec 28

• Many people regard the current compulsory education system as being obsolete.
• Many people encouraged me to fulfill my ambitions.
• To make his dreams come true,
• he dropped out of school and made his way to Tokyo.
• What do you do?
• I’m a college student,
• a freshman at Harvard.
• What’s your major?
• Philosophy.
• Tuition will be raised by nearly ten percent as of April 1, 2001.
• I’m of two minds whether to apply for the scholarship or not.
• Give it a try!
• As soon as he graduated from University,
• he took over his family’s business.
• You aren’t out for the military because of its rigid discipline.
• I am determined to make a living as a playwright at all costs.
• As he grew up,
• he learned to put things in perspective.
• Conformity is an essential element of our homogeneous community.
• I’d rather go my own way than toil away for a company.
• Trying to fit into a mold gets me nowhere!
• He takes after his uncle is personality.
• I mean,
• he is obstinate by nature.
• He never gives in.

sec 29

• When the time is ripe,
• be bold and go for it!
• I’ll stand by you.
• I’ll stand up for what I believe in and won’t yield to any threats.
• If only I could conquer my weaknesses! ★
• It’s up to you.
• You should make the most of this rare opportunity to demonstrate your talent.
• You won’t let me down.
• I have gereat faith in you.
• You can make it!
• The spectators were moved by her graceful performance.
• In 1900, He received architecture’s most prestigious award.
• In the face of adversity,
• Mike accomplished an extraordinary feat.
• He deserves praise.
• The audience was impressed by his eloquent lecture.
• From a humble background,
• He achieved worldwide fame.
• He accumulated a tremendous fortune during the postwar era.
• He used to be well off and generous,
• but now he lives from hand to month.