單選題 每題2分

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1. Paul’s [____] pursuit of knowledge is praised highly by his instructor.

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2. We [____] you to join us in supporting the Hope Scholarship program.

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3. Studies show that the younger Japanese consumers are, [____] in having a car.

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4. The Dalai Lama arrived in Taiwan last night for a six-day visit to [____] victims of Typhoon Morakot.

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5. The [____] weight limit for each small packet is 2 kg. In other words, items over 2 kg are not accepted.

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6. I would like to [____] $500 from my savings account.

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7. You will pay a [____] of fifty dollars for your ferry ride.

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8. Because the couple could not have children of their own, they planned to [____] an orphan.

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9. Please give me your comments from a different [____].

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10. You will have to pay extra [____] for overweight baggage.

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11. A dissident strove to seek political [____] upon his arrival at the United States.

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12. As lots of victims have moved into our district after the disaster, we _____ a shortage of water very soon.

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13. If I [____] a bird, I would fly anywhere I want.

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14. These magnificent buildings date back to the period of Japanese_____.

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15. I am so hungry. The noodles look _____ to me.　

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16. I look forward to [_____] after working hard in the company for so many years.

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17. You should lie down and take some rest if you feel _____.

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18. The _____ shows that Mary stole her friend’s computer.

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19. Before you fly, please be sure to read the list of items [____] from being carried onto the plane. You must not bring any of these items to the security checkpoints.

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20. In the past, high school students were not allowed [____] their hair.

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21. All parcels are subject to [____] clearance; therefore, senders are requested to fill out these forms.

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22. The chef has made a special sauce to [____] the beef.

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23. By 2050, Africa’s population, both northern and sub-Saharan, is expected to [____] from 900 million to almost two billion.

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24. If you want to become a successful businessman, you have to work [____] and learn from the seniors.

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25. Seasonal flu vaccinations began yesterday, leading to long lines at hospitals and health centers [____] the island.

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26. Among the things that money cannot buy [____] good health in the mind and body.

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27. Jenny’s success in her career _____ her mother very much.

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28. A:Did you tell Mary about my birthday party to be held next Monday?B: No. [____]

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29. He [____] that he did something wrong and asked his parents for forgiveness.

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30. A: How do you like your egg?B:[____]

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31. I would prefer staying home rather than [____] you to the pop concert.

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32. The value of a house lies in its [____], for example, whether there is a subway station or a supermarket around.

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33. Despite facing an imminent labor shortage as its population ages, Japan has done [____] to open itself up to immigration.

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34. The police have suspected him of involvement in the suicide bombing but there is no [____] evidence to arrest him.

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35. Mary [____] at Taipei University since 2008.

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36. We are sorry. All lines are currently busy. Please [____] on for the next available agent.

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37. These facilities in the playroom are for children aged between 1–12 [____].

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38. Joy, you must get this letter [____] right away.

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39. Many of America’s parks and monuments have been made possible by the [____] donations of its citizens.

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40. [____] has become a very serious problem in the modern world. It’s estimated that there are more than 1 billion overweight adults globally.

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41. Many families are struggling to _____ during this recession.

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42. In southern Taiwan, people’s ties to rural folk culture are strongest. Local gods are more fervently worshipped. Tainan, for instance, has a temple heritage second to [____].

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43. The main thing that makes mobile phones [____] harmful is radiation.

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44. I look forward [____] you at the conference on “How to Prevent Suicide.”

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45. He looks [____] he were very exhausted from work.

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46. A spokesperson for the MOTC says that the “fat cat” problem will be [____] in the coming weeks in order to meet the expectations of the public.

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47. I’m going to the garage. My car needs _____ because it broke down the day before yesterday.

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48. I am really tired. I would rather _____ tonight, if you don’t mind.

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49. She takes a lot of [____] measures to lose her weight.

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50. Many people want to do some sports, but there are not enough [____] in the city.

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