1. When something goes wrong, people sometimes try to make an innocent person a _____ so that they can blame that person for what happened.  (102年三等考題) 


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


3. Judy, who sued her boss for constantly     her physically and verbally, has so far refused to settle the case out of court. (113年三等考題) 


4. 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) 


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


6. 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) 


7. 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) 


8. 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) 


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


10. As we sat over our drinks, he _____ his business, and by I expressed casually my surprise at him not earning more. (109年三等考題) 


11. People suffering from economic recession will migrate from the country to the city, mostly attracted by the _____ of work. (107年三等考題) 


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


13. The     melody of the piano echoed through the empty halls, evoking memories of lost love. (114年三等考題) 


14. With a population of no more than 50, the remote island was     by the descendants of sailors. (113年四等考題) 


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


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


17. The profits will be equally divided _____ the five stock holders. (104年四等考題) 


18. 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) 


19. The pandemic has     about higher unemployment rates and changed where people work and how they shop. (113年四等考題) 


20. 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) 


21. 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) 


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


23. Even though John does not intend to hurt his friend, he still needs to face the     of manslaughter because he has wounded him badly. (113年三等考題) 


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


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


26. 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) 


27. 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) 


28. Justin is an _____ tennis player. He can hit the ball equally well with both his right hand and left hand from the baseline.  (102年三等考題) 


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


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


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


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


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


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


35. 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) 


36. 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) 


37. Betty’s neat and cozy apartment is like a _____ to her because when she gets home, she feels safe and relaxed. (106年三等考題) 


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


39. The computer company's annual sales _____ by 40%, leading to a serious drop in profits. (111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. He needs to have five-year practical experiences to be     for this job. (113年四等考題) 


42. Apart from the regular examination, the Customs will sometimes conduct a _____ in order to prevent corruption. (104年四等考題) 


43. 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) 


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


45. When donating a huge sum of money to charities, she prefers being an _____ donor and keeps her identity unknown to the public. (112年三等考題) 


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


47. 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) 


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


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


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