1. The new model is wonderful, but it’s out of our price range. We need to find a more _____ model.  (111年土地銀行考題) 


2. The new janitor, _____ the remodeled security system, triggered the alarm by accident. (108年合作金庫考題) 


3. There are more than 40 government officials involved in _____ cases. Once found guilty, they will face up to two years in prison. (109年第一銀行考題) 


4. The consumption of mass media has had a profound effect on instilling the fear of terrorism in the United States, _____ acts of terror are a rare phenomenon. (110年第一銀行考題) 


5. After the crash, a team of investigators tried to recover the black box from the _____ of the plane. (107年第一銀行考題) 


6. The charity group has been helping patients with rare diseases for 30 years since its _____ in 1990. (110年土地銀行考題) 


7. The athlete realized that he couldn't keep delaying his training, as     does not help him win the race. (114年第一銀行考題) 


8. With the machine running, I _____. (112年兆豐銀行考題) 


9. After a two-week vacation, the child is very _____ to go to school. He wants to stay home and relax some more.  (111年兆豐銀行考題) 


10. Authorities said the tropical storm _____ a serious threat to tourist resorts on the Pacific coast. (108年第一銀行考題) 


11. _____ a car instead of buying one usually means lower monthly payments and the freedom to drive a new car every few years. (111年土地銀行考題) 


12. It is believed that people who are _____ to the Internet have trouble filling professional obligations and their use of the Internet causes strain on relationships with family and friends. (108年合作金庫考題) 


13. _____ he was good at math was known to everybody in his class. (107年土地銀行考題) 


14. The sense of community, which _____ within the organization since day one, is a unique strength. (107年臺灣銀行考題) 


15. 閱讀測驗【請依照段落上下文意,選出最適當的答案】
Don't tell Cindy Hamilton that her poodle Marcy is just a dog. As Cindy will quickly tell you, Marcy is a full member of the family. Dressed in style, she goes everywhere with the family. Indeed, from designer clothes to luxury hotels, pets can have it all these days. It's not a bad time to be a furry friend.
In many countries, it's common to see people out on the town with their pets. Sometimes, animals are dressed better than their masters. Thanks to a booming pet wear industry, your dog, cat, mouse, or bird has more fashion choices than ever. Store shelves are filled with fancy coats, shoes, dresses, and collars.
To help a pet look his or her best, grooming services can give your little buddy a gorgeous haircut. After spending an afternoon at a pet spa, why not go out for a bite to eat? Some restaurants welcome pets. They provide water and treats for your companion. Some even have special menus so you can order something to eatyou're your dog!Families going on vacation no longer have to worry about leaving their pets at home. Pet hotels can watch your animal for you. Some, like The Barkley in Ohio, USA, offer a range of cage types. The best cages even come with a TV that shows animal programsFor those who can't bear to leave their pets behind, some vacation rental homes advertise that they are pet friendly. Of course, they require security deposits. You never know when Bruno might decide to chew up a sofa!The pet services industry keeps getting bigger and better, and animals worldwide are loving it. It's no wonder they often look like kings and queens walking down the street. And why not? With all the love and friendship pets give us, they deserve the very best.

※請依上文回答問題※ What does Cindy Hamilton think about Marcy? (113年臺灣銀行考題) 


16. _____ is the key to his success. He always tries hard and never gives up. (112年兆豐銀行考題) 


17. As a critic, Mr. Johnson is notorious for his reckless arguments that _____ controversies and outcries. (107年臺灣銀行考題) 


18. The software _____ on your computer may put your computer at risk. (111年合作金庫考題) 


19. Lauren would rather practice yoga than    . (113年土地銀行考題) 


20.     in a rural village, the novel depicts the life of a poor but talented girl. (113年合作金庫考題) 


21. The magician changed coins into rose petals in the blink of an eye. No one knew _____. (107年臺灣中小企業銀行考題) 


22. When I was young, I enjoyed _____ around in the kitchen. (112年合作金庫考題) 


23. This museum stays open thanks to the _____ of an unknown person who donated 5 million dollars. (107年臺灣中小企業銀行考題) 


24. The firm _____ its success to a talented staff and an open culture that honors individual creativity and nurtures teamwork. (108年第一銀行考題) 


25. All researchers should be familiar _____ the basic ethical principles and have up-to-date knowledge about policies and procedures designed to ensure the safety of research subjects. (107年兆豐銀行考題) 


26. The most important reason why children should learn to swim is that drowning is still one of the most common causes of accidental death, so being able to swim is an _____ life-saving skill. (108年合作金庫考題) 


27. The company has introduced a new policy,     effects will be closely monitored over the next few years. (114年合作金庫考題) 


28. In the face of hostile threats, the well-trained troops exercised _____ and did not to respond to provocative actions. (111年臺灣銀行考題) 


29. You have a very _____ resume, and we decided to hire you as our general manager. (110年第一銀行考題) 


30. After nine unsuccessful _____, he finally made it on his tenth try. (111年合作金庫考題) 


31. Can you imagine what the world would be like if there _____ no electricity? (107年臺灣中小企業銀行考題) 


32. She worked hard on her project,     she earned first place in the competition. (114年兆豐銀行考題) 


33. This proliferation, _____, could become very dangerous to human life. (108年第一銀行考題) 


34. Having received unusually low amounts of rain, the country is currently experiencing a water _____. (109年彰化銀行考題) 


35. If you _____ me about his dishonesty, I wouldn’t have married him. (112年合作金庫考題) 


36. The apartment is a _____ purchase as Tom bought it just two weeks ago. (110年土地銀行考題) 


37. A lot of sportswear is made of _____ material, so it could be stretched and returned to its original shape. (110年臺灣銀行考題) 


38. The detective carefully looked     the murder case, paying attention to every detail. (114年合作金庫考題) 


39. Some of her colleagues like to _____ about other people’s private life behind their backs. (107年彰化銀行考題) 


40. The _____ images in the documentary depicted the harsh realities of war, leaving a lasting impact on the viewers. (112年臺灣銀行考題) 


41. Drug trials did not provide sufficient _____ that the medicine is effective. (109年彰化銀行考題) 


42. Northern elephant seals and Weddell seals can dive to     of 600-1,250 meters. (113年第一銀行考題) 


43. The Mayflower was bound for Virginia, but a violent hurricane _____ off course. (108年合作金庫考題) 


44. He feels ashamed of _____ by his father. (110年合作金庫考題) 


45. She hurried to finish her work, lest    . (113年第一銀行考題) 


46. A healthy dose of _____ helps people better evaluate the information they come across. (110年第一銀行考題) 


47. The doorbell rang while David was running on the treadmill, so he immediately stopped _____ the door. (109年合作金庫考題) 


48. The new fitness app is very easy to use. It has simple    . (114年合作金庫考題) 


49. I did not get enough sleep last night, _____ did some of my classmates. (109年合作金庫考題) 


50. The concert, _____ Friday night at 10 p.m. and _____ until 6 a.m., will be the first open performance of the popular group in four years. (109年彰化銀行考題)