1. The International Olympic Committee announced there would be a team of _____ in Rio 2016, who escaped from their own country because of war. (109年四等考題) 


2. Cape Town is so _____ that it rightly places high in any ranking of the most scenic big cities on the planet.  (103年三等考題) 


3. In Singapore, throwing a cigarette butt on the street is punished with a heavy _____ of several hundred dollars. (104年四等考題) 


4. In the business world, you can usually tell what kind of a person you are speaking to by the kind of jobs they are doing or the _____ they have in their organizations. (106年四等考題) 


5. There are times in everyone's life when it is easy to _____ the dream, but it is much more rewarding to continue.  (111年四等考題) 


6. Looking back, the great dancer Martha Graham said, “Being inspired by a dance recital was one thing; making a career choice, quite _____. (105年四等考題) 


7. The journal paper published a controversial _____ on abortion and stirred a huge debate. (106年三等考題) 


8. Some people _____ a campaign for animal rights to raise funds for shelters. (108年四等考題) 


9. The American diplomatic doctrine has always meant to advance multiple goals, a doctrine that seeks to achieve the highest possible level of _____ of one's enemies, while simultaneously enjoying the warmest reception from one's allies. (107年三等考題) 


10. Russia faces more _____ from the European Union over the Ukraine crisis, but the action likely will hurt EU economies. (107年四等考題) 


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


12. Tom has a     of darkness, so his mom puts a night light beside the bed. (113年四等考題) 


13. In comparison with other universities in the country, this university is much smaller with only 5,500 students and 235     members. (114年三等考題) 


14. _____ place first in 1954 and then opened to international competitors in 1960, the Macau Grand Prix has been a firm favorite on the racing circuit ever since. (110年四等考題) 


15. The sign says: "We wish to apologize to local residents for any     caused." (113年三等考題) 


16. If moral courage is indeed one of the core _____ of humanity, we need to find ways to express and support it.  (102年三等考題) 


17. Some people are     about the existence of UFOs and aliens, while others are convinced without a doubt. (114年三等考題) 


18. Barbara _____ to me that she didn't have any intention of explaining the problem in the meeting. (112年四等考題) 


19. Imported goods that are stored in a _____ warehouse are usually controlled and handled by the customs and can be exported without paying any tax. (104年四等考題) 


20. A human eye includes a controlling _____ which can increase or reduce the amount of light entering the eye. (110年四等考題) 


21. Diseases that have high profiles and vocal activists such as AIDS attract far more interest and money from big donors based partly on the mistaken belief that they kill most children.  (102年三等考題) 


22. Children have a higher _____ of getting a cold than adults because they are less aware of prevention habits, such as regularly washing their hands. (111年四等考題) 


23. To avoid other people, the farmer lives a _____ life in a remote mountain village with only his dog. (108年四等考題) 


24. When donating a huge sum of money to charities, she prefers being an _____ donor and keeps her identity unknown to the public. (112年三等考題) 


25. It is a common _____ that you hold the door open for anyone coming through behind you. (103年四等考題) 


26. Without food and clothing in the Tsunami area, the number of _____ rose quickly. (103年四等考題) 


27. Justin is an _____ tennis player. He can hit the ball equally well with both his right hand and left hand from the baseline.  (102年三等考題) 


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


29. Fifteen minutes of _____ walking a day is a highly recommended exercise for your health. (103年四等考題) 


30. After the old emperor's death, the empire was _____ into several small states. (112年三等考題) 


31. Teresa is an excellent high school counsellor because of not only her professional background but also her     personality. (113年三等考題) 


32. Our research on the elderly has shown that those who have dementia often appear to suffer a double _____ of age and cognitive disability. (109年三等考題) 


33. He needs to have five-year practical experiences to be     for this job. (113年四等考題) 


34. Legend has it that a crystal ball helps the Gypsy fortune teller _____ the future. (109年四等考題) 


35. In Antarctica during the winter, temperatures can _____ below-100 degrees Fahrenheit. (104年四等考題) 


36. One of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's top officials arrived at the United States where he is expected to help _____ the groundwork for talks between Kim and US President in Singapore. (108年三等考題) 


37. The beauty of the island is _____; it has a long beach with pure white sand and green palm trees. (105年四等考題) 


38. After a long standoff, the two countries eventually agree to work together for _____ benefits. (111年四等考題) 


39. The hiring manager reviewed numerous resumes and conducted interviews to select the most qualified     for the job. (113年四等考題) 


40. In spite of the candidate's shining CV, the CEO made the final decision to     the committee's recommendation. (113年四等考題) 


41. Despite facing numerous setbacks, Jane remained     and continued to pursue her dreams. (114年三等考題) 


42. During their one-week trip to Yushan National Park, the Lins visited many _____ spots and truly enjoyed the breathtaking views in the mountains. (112年三等考題) 


43. In the 17th century, Port Royal was considered the most     port in the world because of its pirate activities, loose morals and tasteless displays of wealth. (113年三等考題) 


44. 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) 


45. She felt sad as she watched the stray dog     on the street. (114年四等考題) 


46. 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) 


47. The police have tried to bring him to _____, but his slick lawyers always get the case thrown out of court. (107年四等考題) 


48. A storm is _____ outside, but we are warm and comfortable indoors. (112年四等考題) 


49. Even in the face of personal _____, she does not see herself as totally defeated. She does what she can to make the world a better place. (110年三等考題) 


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