單選題 每題2分

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1. 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)　

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2. Ted unexpectedly gave his mother a handmade cake, which delighted her because it was _____ and heart-warming. 　(111年四等考題)　

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3. The writer has 　　　 himself with his latest novel, which is well received by both readers and critics.　(113年四等考題)　

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4. 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)　

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

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

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7. 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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8. It is extremely difficult to please the _____ gourmet who has never rated a restaurant with “excellent.” 　(104年三等考題)　

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

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10. The doctor says to the patient that, with proper _____, he can expect to live a normal lifespan.　(105年四等考題)　

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11. The thick forest used to be 　　　 filled with tall trees that reached up to the sky.　(114年四等考題)　

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12. The directive aims to ensure that persons of a particular religion or belief, disability, age or sexual orientation do not suffer from _____.　(109年三等考題)　

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

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15. 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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16. It has been confirmed that the new insurance policy mainly _____ senior citizens.　(112年四等考題)　

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17. The fatal car accident _____ the lives of four young men, all just in their early twenties.　(106年三等考題)　

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18. The Heads of delegations which had no special 　　　 were treated just like all the crew members.　(113年四等考題)　

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19. 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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20. 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)　

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21. The witness offered an 　　　 description of the killer and that helped the police a lot.　(113年四等考題)　

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22. Our research on the elderly has shown that those who have dementia often appear to suffer a double _____ of age and cognitive disability.　(109年三等考題)　

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23. 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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24. India's 　　　 will soon exceed that of China around the middle of 2023 because of its increasing birth rate.　(113年四等考題)　

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25. 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)　

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26. He took the job even though there was no _____ of permanent employment.　(112年四等考題)　

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27. The inspector general told policemen to be polite with people and 　　　 urged citizens to show respect to law enforcers.　(113年三等考題)　

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28. 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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29. 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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30. The extreme marathon runners have to overcome many _____ to finish the race.　(103年四等考題)　

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31. The president, hailing a “new era” to bring hopes to his people in the country, was _____ last month.　(111年三等考題)　

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32. _____ 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)　

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33. Doctor Wong is promoted because he has done an excellent job of supervising the medical _____.　(108年三等考題)　

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34. They have a very _____ relationship between them. They keep no secret from each other.　(103年四等考題)　

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

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

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38. 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)　

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

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41. Social media can be used to bring attention to the 　　　 of natural resources to secure support for protecting the environment.　(114年四等考題)　

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42. To avoid other people, the farmer lives a _____ life in a remote mountain village with only his dog.　(108年四等考題)　

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

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

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45. It is important to be careful with our personal information; otherwise, we may become a victim of 　　　 fraud.　(113年四等考題)　

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46. If tickets are still 　　　 , I plan to attend the concert next weekend.　(114年四等考題)　

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47. 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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48. Which _____ do you use to make your clothes always so clean and white?　(112年四等考題)　

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49. Dead fish starting to 　　　 have been found floating in the polluted river, smelling terrible.　(114年四等考題)　

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50. The 　　　 of the ecosystem in the wetlands helped to revitalize the natural habitat for wildlife.　(114年三等考題)　

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