Daily English Question for Taiwan Civil Service Exam: Drunk Driving Penalties

This content is a daily English vocabulary quiz question intended for those preparing for Taiwan's civil service examinations, specifically the 2026 English test.

The question requires test-takers to select the most appropriate word to fill in a blank within a sentence. The sentence discusses the prevention of injuries and deaths related to drunk driving, suggesting that stricter measures are necessary.

The sentence reads: "Injuries and death can be effectively prevented if more harsh _____ are to be enforced on drunk driving." The options provided are (A) motives, (B) penalties, (C) registrations, and (D) violations.

The correct answer is identified as (B) penalties. This choice implies that increased and more severe punishments for drunk driving are seen as the most effective deterrent to prevent related harm. The question is sourced from the 112th (2023) examination for diplomatic and consular affairs, civil aviation, and indigenous administration roles, with materials provided by the Examination Yuan's Global Information Network.