單選題 每題2分

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

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

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

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5. Air Canada has announced drastic cuts to its domestic network as it 　　　 with sharply reduced demand in travel.　(113年三等考題)　

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

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7. 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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8. The way the government tackles the problem of civil war in this country is _____ because it has never ended in such a peaceful manner.　(112年三等考題)　

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9. It is often said that _____ is better than cure, so why not take some precautions in advance? 　(105年三等考題)　

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10. A _____ broke into the dormitory last night and stole several cell phones.　(103年四等考題)　

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11. The food company tends to _____ the health benefits of its products, so careful consideration should be given before purchase.　(111年四等考題)　

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

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13. 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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14. 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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15. The profits will be equally divided _____ the five stock holders.　(104年四等考題)　

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16. 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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17. The manager knows how to pay _____ to his staff and improve their relationship.　(110年四等考題)　

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

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19. Tall buildings were a new 　　　 on the skyline when this city just expanded in size in the 60s.　(114年四等考題)　

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20. 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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21. There are different ways of _____ customs declarations. But usually making electronic declarations is more convenient than others.　(104年四等考題)　

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22. The release of the movie was timed to _____ with the director’s seventieth birthday.　(104年四等考題)　

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23. Passengers are only allowed to carry a certain amount of _____ baggage when boarding an airplane.　(104年四等考題)　

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24. The sign says: "We wish to apologize to local residents for any 　　　 caused."　(113年三等考題)　

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

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26. Despite rapid deterioration of her condition, the cancer patient _____ to continue to smile and fight for her survival time.　(111年四等考題)　

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

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28. 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)　

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29. 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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30. The producer believed that big names in the show business could lift his TV show's poor rating, so he decided to invite as many _____ as he could to join the show.　(107年三等考題)　

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31. The government does not have to worry about the morality of the people; it is the people who need to be concerned with the _____ of the government. 　(103年三等考題)　

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32. During summer I always have a strong 　　　 for shaved ice to help me feel cool.　(114年四等考題)　

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33. What you are getting now is a _____ schedule for events in the coming year, which should be finalized by the end of this month.　(110年三等考題)　

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

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35. The new policies were designed to fund small businesses to 　　　 in a competitive market.　(114年四等考題)　

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36. At the sport stadium, most of the crowd were cheering for the 　　　 to win just this one time as the team was from a remote slum district.　(113年三等考題)　

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37. My grandmother is a friendly woman who likes to _____ to new neighbors by making cookies for them.　(107年三等考題)　

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38. The dog was trained to 　　　 the newspaper from the driveway.　(113年四等考題)　

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39. Her 　　　 musical talent was evident from a young age.　(113年四等考題)　

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40. I could hardly _____ Susan, my kindergarten classmate. She had become so tall and pretty.　(103年四等考題)　

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

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42. 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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43. 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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44. Learning should be a _____ process rather than a static one.　(112年四等考題)　

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

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46. 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)　

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47. 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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48. The life of the Amazon tribe is very _____. People make clothes from leaves and leather.　(109年四等考題)　

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49. Our school sponsors a blood _____ to promote blood donation every year.　(112年四等考題)　

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50. 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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