單選題 每題2分

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1. Small particles in the air can _____ the lungs and enter the bloodstream.　(111年四等考題)　

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2. 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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3. 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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4. Those board members who looked at Amanda's new business idea _____ and challenged it harshly would never expect that the idea later turned out to be a huge success.　(112年三等考題)　

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5. 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)　

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6. 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)　

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7. His driver’s license is _____ because of drunken driving.　(103年四等考題)　

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8. Although many people still view Bosnia with _____, its dramatic landscapes and singular history are making it an increasingly popular destination.　(110年三等考題)　

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9. 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)　

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

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

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12. Though we have discovered and named more than one million species, tens of millions of animals and plants have yet to be _____.　(109年四等考題)　

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13. 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)　

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14. Please arrive 20 minutes earlier for your scheduled _____. For cancelation, please let the front desk know two hours in advance.　(110年四等考題)　

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

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16. 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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17. When we don't believe we have the resources or abilities to cope with a certain problem or stimuli, we create _____ behaviors to deny or avoid it.　(112年三等考題)　

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18. 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)　

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19. 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)　

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20. 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)　

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21. It is generally believed that examinations are not the only means of _____ a student's ability.　(107年四等考題)　

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

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23. Sally doesn't get along with her friends because of her _____ manners.　(112年四等考題)　

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24. The boss thinks that Irene is the most _____ person to get the position as the manager.　(105年四等考題)　

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25. My grandfather was known for his _____ to his friends and associates, always more than willing to help them in whatever way he could.　(108年四等考題)　

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

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27. High blood pressure is a serious symptom of cardiovascular _____ and can be the smoking gun behind strokes, heart attacks, and more.　(109年三等考題)　

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28. The computer company's annual sales _____ by 40%, leading to a serious drop in profits.　(111年四等考題)　

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29. The heavy rains have eroded the riverbank, so all the roots of the trees and bushes are now _____.　(110年四等考題)　

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

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31. Lack of financial resources, the political activists had no choice but using a low-tech _____ form to publish their newspapers.　(107年四等考題)　

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

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33. The doctor _____ some painkillers for my backache after a thorough checkup.　(107年四等考題)　

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34. The way our eyes and brain handle information has become _____. Thanks to television, film and computers, our ability to process images is faster.　(112年三等考題)　

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

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36. 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)　

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37. The _____ was so boring that many in the audience fell asleep in the middle of it.　(103年四等考題)　

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38. The Department of Finance has issued a new set of accounting _____ and guidelines for business.　(111年四等考題)　

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39. A _____ of scandals and revelations has collectively undermined the government over the past year.　(109年三等考題)　

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40. 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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41. When his son was caught cheating in the exam, he had to _____ his pride and meet the principal.　(104年四等考題)　

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42. 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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43. The regulations allow you to bring back only one liter of alcoholic _____ duty-free for personal use. 　(104年三等考題)　

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44. The chemical company was fined eight million dollars for _____ environmental regulations.　(111年四等考題)　

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45. Matthew did not show up for the midterm exam. His professor issued a written _____ to inform him that if he misses the make-up exam and final exam, he will be failed.　(110年四等考題)　

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

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48. 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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49. 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)　

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50. “Poor-quality sleep puts individuals at _____ increased risk of developing high blood pressure,” said Susan Redline, M.D.　(110年四等考題)　

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