1. Each February, people flock to Japan for the Snow Festival in order to see the hundreds of ice _____ and statues carved by ice artists. (107年四等考題) 


2. Several stylish _____ can be found on the chairs on display, even though one could easily recognize the prototype. (110年三等考題) 


3. Any _____ movement of goods such as drugs and endangered animals into or out of a country can be seriously punished. (104年四等考題) 


4. To cut down on the man power, the company offered a golden _____ to many of their senior employees for early retirement. (104年四等考題) 


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


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


7. Christine worked hard for a long time, and _____ she became a very successful businesswoman. (108年四等考題) 


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


9. People are encouraged to give _____ seats to the elderly and the pregnant women. (111年四等考題) 


10. All products are _____ for defects before being packed. (111年四等考題) 


11. 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) 


12. 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) 


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


14. Any goods that need to be either imported or exported will have to get the permission from the government and obtain a _____ for imports/exports. (104年四等考題) 


15. In the United States, a customs _____ is highly paid because the person who takes this position needs to shoulder important responsibility and is fully aware of complicated import laws and regulations. (104年四等考題) 


16. If you are planning to _____, Canada may be a good destination. (109年四等考題) 


17. 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) 


18. Always keep in mind that you may _____ your country when you travel abroad. (111年四等考題) 


19. Isaac still managed to complete the task he had been assigned to _____ its difficulty and time constraint. (112年三等考題) 


20. 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) 


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


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


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


24. Everyone had _____ Sally to win the gold medal in the competition, but she didn't make it. (111年四等考題) 


25. John devoted himself to establishing the first hospital for the mentally ill in his country and was a notably generous _____ of the poor and outcast. (112年三等考題) 


26. Although Irene failed to make the national swimming team this year, she refused to live her life _____ like a loser; instead she practiced even harder to try again next year. (112年三等考題) 


27. The police _____ a farmhouse where the terrorist leader was believed to be hiding, but found nothing. (104年四等考題) 


28. When his son was caught cheating in the exam, he had to _____ his pride and meet the principal. (104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 website provides _____ to certain public records of the local town courts.  (104年三等考題) 


31. 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) 


32. After they'd had a cup of coffee, the conversation started to _____. (112年四等考題) 


33. 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) 


34. 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) 


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


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


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


38. _____ 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) 


39. We were _____ after a long day of canoeing, so the roasted chicken over the campfire smelled heavenly.  (111年三等考題) 


40. Zoe got an _____ response upon inquiry when she applied for a tax refund in the Customs office this morning. She was very pleased with the public service they have provided. (104年四等考題) 


41. The manager demands a _____ reply from his coworkers when he sends them a message because he hates to wait. (107年四等考題) 


42. 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) 


43. 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) 


44. One of the most _____ parts of living at the South Pole is that the sun neither rises nor sets. (104年四等考題) 


45. When you visit a bank to make a cash _____, you need to fill out the form or slip first. (112年四等考題) 


46. 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) 


47. Finally, _____ resolving one last misunderstanding between them, Bridget’s plan to marry Mark is confirmed by the scene of both of them kissing each other. (104年四等考題) 


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


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


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