1. When his son was caught cheating in the exam, he had to _____ his pride and meet the principal. (104年四等考題) 


2. Koalas are often _____ identified due to their appearance as a member of the bear family, but they are scientifically classified as a marsupial related to kangaroos. (109年三等考題) 


3. In World War I, as in wars before, more people died from _____ of wounds than from the wounds themselves.  (111年四等考題) 


4. The government does not have to worry about the morality of the people; it is the people who need to be concerned with the _____ of the government.  (103年三等考題) 


5. During summer I always have a strong     for shaved ice to help me feel cool. (114年四等考題) 


6. Small particles in the air can _____ the lungs and enter the bloodstream. (111年四等考題) 


7. Parental verbal _____ may leave a permanent scar on children, making them vulnerable to shouting and yelling in their adulthood. (106年三等考題) 


8. One essential procedure for customs _____ is to carry out checks on persons, baggage and other things that enter the country. (104年四等考題) 


9. Sometimes a social interaction with a(n) _____ rather than a stranger brings a better mood. (108年四等考題) 


10. Mexico's capital is a metropolis with more than 20 million people, the elite _____ are at the center of the business, political and cultural hub of the nation. (111年四等考題) 


11. My grandmother is a friendly woman who likes to _____ to new neighbors by making cookies for them. (107年三等考題) 


12. My uncle gave a     and detailed description of his travels to many countries in Africa. (114年四等考題) 


13. The     melody of the piano echoed through the empty halls, evoking memories of lost love. (114年三等考題) 


14. High blood pressure is a serious symptom of cardiovascular _____ and can be the smoking gun behind strokes, heart attacks, and more. (109年三等考題) 


15. A _____ broke into the dormitory last night and stole several cell phones. (103年四等考題) 


16. The products received a great deal of _____ when they were advertised during the Olympic Games. (108年四等考題) 


17. Young people can develop important problem-solving skills that can     them well in their professional and personal lives. (113年四等考題) 


18. Without receiving final approval from its board of trustees, the university has _____ set its budget for the next academic year at NT$200 million. (108年三等考題) 


19. Betty’s neat and cozy apartment is like a _____ to her because when she gets home, she feels safe and relaxed. (106年三等考題) 


20. Some researchers concluded that maturation rather than rhythmic training significantly affects 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grade children’s ability to _____ their body movements with rhythmic stimuli.  (102年三等考題) 


21. It is important to be careful with our personal information; otherwise, we may become a victim of     fraud. (113年四等考題) 


22. The new policies were designed to fund small businesses to     in a competitive market. (114年四等考題) 


23. Without any doubt, these inspirational speeches can     people in difficult times and teach them the most valuable life lessons. (113年四等考題) 


24. After six years’ outstanding military service, Jason received an honorable _____.  (105年三等考題) 


25. Occasionally, _____ happens unexpectedly, so it's always a good idea to fasten your seatbelt. (112年四等考題) 


26. She shared five key lessons defining her approach for     businesses that go through challenging times. (114年四等考題) 


27. E-cigarettes come highly recommended for the _____ smokers to effectively fight the deadly habit.  (104年三等考題) 


28. As our VIP, you can enjoy certain     , such as a 25% discount and free delivery service. (114年四等考題) 


29. Mentors gain the satisfaction of helping students understand the unfamiliar and often _____ world they will face. (109年四等考題) 


30. The government has instituted security regulations intended to prevent the entry of hazardous materials or _____ into the country.  (104年三等考題) 


31. If you want to open a bank account, you must provide proof of _____. (106年四等考題) 


32. The boss thinks that Irene is the most _____ person to get the position as the manager. (105年四等考題) 


33. Although many people still view Bosnia with _____, its dramatic landscapes and singular history are making it an increasingly popular destination. (110年三等考題) 


34. Our organization doesn’t support any political party and has rigorous safeguards in place at every level to protect our _____. (109年三等考題) 


35. The exhibit gives us a _____ of what the young artist might be like in the future. (106年三等考題) 


36. Many religious _____ are held throughout the country every year to attract numerous visitors. (112年四等考題) 


37. The extreme marathon runners have to overcome many _____ to finish the race. (103年四等考題) 


38. The state-wide transport strike is expected to     public transportation by 100 percent, so we'd better stay at home today. (113年三等考題) 


39. Anita's 2-year gym membership is no longer _____; she is thinking about getting a lifelong membership offered by a newly opened gym near her place. (112年三等考題) 


40. In this primary school, Hispanics _____ 18% of the student population and Asians account for 28%. (103年四等考題) 


41. The doctor _____ some painkillers for my backache after a thorough checkup. (107年四等考題) 


42. My grandfather was known for his _____ to his friends and associates, always more than willing to help them in whatever way he could. (108年四等考題) 


43. When we don't believe we have the resources or abilities to cope with a certain problem or stimuli, we create _____ behaviors to deny or avoid it. (112年三等考題) 


44. Jack and Mary had a _____ encounter in the street. (112年四等考題) 


45. The thick forest used to be     filled with tall trees that reached up to the sky. (114年四等考題) 


46. When traveling along the coast, we _____ across the ruins of an old fort and enjoyed the historical site. (110年三等考題) 


47. It's a simple act of     to always hold the door for the person behind you. (114年四等考題) 


48. It is extremely difficult to please the _____ gourmet who has never rated a restaurant with “excellent.”  (104年三等考題) 


49. It is very easy to _____ the work of others, but more difficult to accept criticism of one’s own work. (103年四等考題) 


50. If you want to increase the credit card application approval rate, you need to be _____ because credit card issuers often set the credit limit according to your salary. (109年四等考題)