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


2. 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) 


3. Regulatory mandates include tariff and duty _____, security clearances, registration requirements, filings and shipment documentation.  (104年三等考題) 


4. Doctors and nurses often need to work night     , causing their body to battle against its natural rhythms. (113年四等考題) 


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


6. 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) 


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


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


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


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


11. _____ studying at school, John had developed a friendship with a Norwegian student who had a particular relationship with the natural world. (111年四等考題) 


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


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


14. The speaker did not deliver her message in an overt manner when she stated _____ about her criticism of the government’s policy to deport the illegal immigrants in the country. (111年三等考題) 


15. New facilities have been added to _____ the special needs of elderly residents. (112年四等考題) 


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


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


18. The government has instituted security regulations intended to prevent the entry of hazardous materials or _____ into the country.  (104年三等考題) 


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


20. The     of life is full of ups and downs, we can enjoy the highs and learn from the lows. (114年四等考題) 


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


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


23. The all-inclusive tours offered by the new travel agency _____. (105年四等考題) 


24. After the cruise     at the port, we set out on an 8-day journey through Europe. (114年四等考題) 


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


26. Young people can develop important problem-solving skills that can     them well in their professional and personal lives. (113年四等考題) 


27. As our VIP, you can enjoy certain     , such as a 25% discount and free delivery service. (114年四等考題) 


28. 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) 


29. Barbara _____ to me that she didn't have any intention of explaining the problem in the meeting. (112年四等考題) 


30. World Trade Organization rules required Taiwan to open its markets to price-competitive _____ including food items. (109年四等考題) 


31. A human eye includes a controlling _____ which can increase or reduce the amount of light entering the eye. (110年四等考題) 


32. Exercise can physically _____ you out and substantially improve your sleep. (112年四等考題) 


33. 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) 


34. After a long standoff, the two countries eventually agree to work together for _____ benefits. (111年四等考題) 


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


36. Bill Clinton was _____ by the Democratic Party in 1990 and won the US presidential election in 1992.  (102年三等考題) 


37. The robber _____ ran into the police when he was just about to turn around a corner where he was trying to escape with his raid. (110年三等考題) 


38. The economy is booming and small businesses are     when the new beneficial policies are implemented. (113年四等考題) 


39. A severe _____ storm is heading for the city, and people are advised to stay at home. (112年四等考題) 


40. The teacher encourages her students to     through picture books at the school library to find their favorite stories. (114年四等考題) 


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


42. The journalist was finally caught _____ all the stories he had made up for the newspaper he worked for.  (110年三等考題) 


43. If you want to open a bank account, you must provide proof of _____. (106年四等考題) 


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


45. Some researchers concluded that maturation rather than rhythmic training significantly affects 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grade children’s ability to _____ their body movements with rhythmic stimuli.  (102年三等考題) 


46. According to a report issued by National Development Council in Taiwan, foreign travellers who make value-added tax refunds will be _____ from examination in the Customs. They will no longer need to go through Customs examination. (104年四等考題) 


47. It's a simple act of     to always hold the door for the person behind you. (114年四等考題) 


48. We are seeking advice on how to best _____ our broken-up pool deck, hopefully making it look as before.  (104年三等考題) 


49. 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) 


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