1. The most     carpet cleaning method to get rid of dust mites is the hot water extraction or steam cleaning method. (113年四等考題) 


2. It is unreasonable to have _____ against people simply because of their skin color. (112年四等考題) 


3. 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) 


4. 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) 


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


6. The airport had been     closed to all air traffic due to a bomb threat, and it was not reopened until three hours later. (114年三等考題) 


7. 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) 


8. 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) 


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. _____ you rather go to the movie with us or stay at home tonight? (107年四等考題) 


11. 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) 


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


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


14. 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) 


15. John didn't like his seat, so I     it with him. (113年四等考題) 


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


17. Many cats who have spent a good deal of their time outdoors, such as _____ cats, do not seem to adjust to life indoors.  (104年三等考題) 


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


19. As a safety feature, this machine has a special     which will shut itself off if it begins to overheat. (113年三等考題) 


20. Several reviewers considered Cooper's study to be well-designed and well-conducted, while others remained _____ about some of the data used in the study.  (103年三等考題) 


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


22. The Community Charge, also known as a poll tax, is a certain amount of tax _____ on each individual who resides in the community. (104年四等考題) 


23. Military war dogs, like combat soldiers, also _____ from post-traumatic stress disorder. (109年四等考題) 


24. Despite rapid deterioration of her condition, the cancer patient _____ to continue to smile and fight for her survival time. (111年四等考題) 


25. 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) 


26. It was a     that three earthquakes happened across the world in one week. (113年三等考題) 


27. 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) 


28. Other than being cold, hungry, and thirsty, John was in good condition, lucid, and speaking _____ when rescued from a blizzard.  (103年三等考題) 


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


30. As one of the best ways to get around the city, the subway system in Taipei plays a _____ role.  (111年四等考題) 


31. As Kate gazed at the crystal clear _____, she saw a bird dive into the water to catch a small shrimp. (106年三等考題) 


32. Many adult drivers think that automated, self-driving vehicles are more dangerous than traditional vehicles _____ by people. (111年四等考題) 


33. Playing basketball is a popular form of _____ among young people. (106年三等考題) 


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


35. The inmates often feel treated as social _____ after being released from prison. (104年四等考題) 


36. 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) 


37. Many people are hooked on horror movies; they love to be scared _____. (107年四等考題) 


38. A series of gas explosions in Kaohsiung _____ in 28 deaths and at least 280 people injured. (105年四等考題) 


39. _____ speaking, doing exercise every day can help people get stronger and healthier. (110年四等考題) 


40. Be sure to be _____ at the interview. It gives a very good first impression. (103年四等考題) 


41. 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) 


42. 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) 


43. Some college students seemed to have become _____ creatures staying up to chat, to play online games, or to surf the Internet.  (102年三等考題) 


44. The _____ about the border between the two countries gradually heated up. (103年四等考題) 


45. The sound of the vacuum cleaner echoed through the house as my father did his     chores. (114年四等考題) 


46. At the sport stadium, most of the crowd were cheering for the     to win just this one time as the team was from a remote slum district. (113年三等考題) 


47. The storm continued to     throughout the night, with thunder shaking the windows and lightning illuminating the sky. (114年三等考題) 


48. Marathon runners who run for a long period should _____ their diets with sports drinks. (106年三等考題) 


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


50. 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)