單選題 每題2分

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1. Natural resources are _____ in this country. Trading them brings lots of money.　(111年四等考題)　

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

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3. Before printing, the making of a book was a _____ process, full of chances for error.　(109年四等考題)　

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4. _____ 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)　

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

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

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7. The fast urban development has changed the _____ of this district entirely.　(111年四等考題)　

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8. The government has announced new health guidelines to effectively 　　　 the spread of the infectious disease.　(114年四等考題)　

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

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

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11. John was appointed ambassador to the United States. He was granted the _____ of port, and his personal luggage was free from inspection.　(108年四等考題)　

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12. Tim did not want to move, but with the rent going up, he has no _____.　(109年四等考題)　

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13. 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)　

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14. 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)　

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

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17. The life of the Amazon tribe is very _____. People make clothes from leaves and leather.　(109年四等考題)　

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18. Leaks from underground gas pipes caused a series of _____ that injured and killed many people in the city.　(106年四等考題)　

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

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20. 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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21. The hotel was full and the owner consented to give us a discount, _____ we would put up with the inconvenience of all four of us sleeping in one room.　(110年四等考題)　

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22. Newly developed data visualization types are more complex in form and content, and thus are more 　　　 for users to decode and make sense of.　(113年三等考題)　

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23. The long distant march had _____ every soldier. Upon hearing the order of rest, they laid down on the grass.　(112年四等考題)　

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24. Your visa expired 7 months ago. It is not _____ anymore. You need to apply for a new one.　(110年三等考題)　

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25. Being a professional artist, Lisa mostly makes drawings, paintings, and sculptures, and _____she is invited to make fashion illustrations.　(112年三等考題)　

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26. The patients are asked to _____ for their medical expenses if they want to gain better medical service from their doctors.　(112年三等考題)　

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27. 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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28. Furniture sold online may be cheaper but often needs to be _____ by the customers themselves.　(106年四等考題)　

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29. Chemotherapy did not make John feel better. Instead, his health started to _____ soon after.　(110年三等考題)　

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

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31. The prime minister came out onto the balcony to speak to the crowd that had _____ outside.　(111年四等考題)　

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32. Our school sponsors a blood _____ to promote blood donation every year.　(112年四等考題)　

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

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34. Experts of education are concerned about the negative influence on children and adolescents from the daily _____ of vulgar language, sex, and violence on TV shows. 　(105年三等考題)　

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35. The exact cause of the equipment failure is unclear and remains to be _____.　(111年四等考題)　

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36. To write a good cover letter for job application, one should avoid a _____ opening and try something a bit more original. 　(102年三等考題)　

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37. The manager knows how to pay _____ to his staff and improve their relationship.　(110年四等考題)　

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38. New Scientist is a science magazine for everyone, both young & old, _____ & professional.　(108年四等考題)　

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39. Our company's product promotion staff always try to make their presentations short and to the point since 　　　 talks would only drive potential buyers away.　(114年三等考題)　

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40. Jolie demonstrated her _____ by showing talents in sports, music, and fine arts.　(106年三等考題)　

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41. 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)　

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42. 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)　

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43. This is to inform you that the payment for the goods you ordered has not been _____ yet.　(112年四等考題)　

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

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45. The company's new policy requiring female workers to wear high heels 　　　 when a number of female employees threatened to quit.　(113年三等考題)　

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46. In this down economy, it's time to work on your quality networking, especially when your network is nothing more than a gaggle of Facebook friends. 　(102年三等考題)　

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47. In many countries, foreign visitors are usually _____ to have a tax refund when they purchase products that amount to certain values of money.　(104年四等考題)　

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48. 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)　

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49. Our manager often meditates for about twenty minutes right in his office; afterwards, one could clearly see that he has this _____ look on his face.　(110年三等考題)　

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50. Engineers built a canal and implemented irrigation systems to transform deserts into 　　　 and productive land.　(114年四等考題)　

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