單選題 每題2分

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

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2. 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)　

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3. What are some of the things in life that you have trouble _____ and try every means to prevent them from happening?　(103年四等考題)　

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4. 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)　

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5. Which _____ do you use to make your clothes always so clean and white?　(112年四等考題)　

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6. The writer has 　　　 himself with his latest novel, which is well received by both readers and critics.　(113年四等考題)　

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7. Parents often speak to children about the dangers of dishonesty, but research has shown that kids who know how to _____ are better adjusted.　(108年四等考題)　

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8. A problem in the older boiling-water reactors would become disastrous because of a _____ safety system that houses the nuclear fuel. 　(103年三等考題)　

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9. Judy, who sued her boss for constantly 　　　 her physically and verbally, has so far refused to settle the case out of court.　(113年三等考題)　

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

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11. Passengers are only allowed to carry a certain amount of _____ baggage when boarding an airplane.　(104年四等考題)　

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12. The police 　　　 the man's possessions to find out if he had hidden anything illegal or dangerous.　(114年四等考題)　

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13. To become globally known, the pianist has been 　　　 to serious daily practices.　(114年四等考題)　

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14. Following workplace etiquette rules can ensure that we don't accidentally 　　　 our colleagues or clients.　(113年四等考題)　

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15. 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)　

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16. Uploading a picture or a clip instantly _____ among teenagers these days.　(111年四等考題)　

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

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18. Doctor Wong is promoted because he has done an excellent job of supervising the medical _____.　(108年三等考題)　

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19. Most _____ foods are very high in sodium. If you’re eating something out of a can or a package, chances are you’re not doing anything to help your blood pressure.　(109年三等考題)　

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20. Seeing my daughter finally winning a gold medal after all the years of hardships, I felt a _____ in my throat.　(104年四等考題)　

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21. Sandy always teaches evening classes, but today she is _____ for a sick teacher in the morning class. 　(111年三等考題)　

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

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23. Louise has two _____ buyers for her paintings. She feels certain that one of them will purchase some of her works.　(109年四等考題)　

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24. Shipments between two countries are international _____ and must comply with applicable regulations before being cleared for entry. 　(104年三等考題)　

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25. Jenny tried to _____ her parents about where she had been that evening, but her parents could smell the smoke and beer on her.　(109年三等考題)　

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26. Many people want to look like this movie star because he has an _____ appearance.　(109年四等考題)　

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27. They have a very _____ relationship between them. They keep no secret from each other.　(103年四等考題)　

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28. As we sat over our drinks, he _____ his business, and by I expressed casually my surprise at him not earning more.　(109年三等考題)　

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29. One of the more frightening _____ of avalanches is that people can be covered by a deep layer of snow, unable to escape.　(109年四等考題)　

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30. The university received a generous 　　　 from a philanthropist to fund scholarships for students in need.　(114年三等考題)　

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

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32. The population in Los Angeles is _____ Hispanic American. More than half of the people there speak Spanish.　(111年三等考題)　

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33. People all over the world suffer from 　　　, which is characterized by high prices and low purchasing buying power of money.　(113年四等考題)　

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

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35. Don’t pay too much attention to such a _____ thing. Instead, you should focus on important issues.　(110年四等考題)　

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36. I don’t think what you say is _____ to the topic; please get back to the subject.　(103年四等考題)　

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37. Travellers who carry counterfeit and pirated goods will be _____ intellectual property right.　(104年四等考題)　

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

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39. The network has scheduled to provide _____ coverage of the debate for the presidential candidates at 3pm today.　(104年四等考題)　

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40. There is a sale at the electronic store and all computers are _____ by 20%.　(106年四等考題)　

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41. I saw two strangers _____ to each other but had no idea what they talked about.　(111年四等考題)　

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42. The newspaper _____ that the mayor has accepted bribes but it provides neither source of information nor evidence.　(104年四等考題)　

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43. 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)　

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44. To 　　　 better health in the community, the local council introduced free exercise classes in the park.　(114年四等考題)　

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45. The food company tends to _____ the health benefits of its products, so careful consideration should be given before purchase.　(111年四等考題)　

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

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47. Sophie 　　　 at John when she discovered to her amazement that John had knocked down her cello to the ground.　(114年三等考題)　

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48. 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)　

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49. Rooftop gardens have many _____ effects on urban neighborhoods.　(107年三等考題)　

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50. 請回答上文編號32　(114年四等考題)　

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