The Chinese Online Writing Lab

1. Many obstacles exist to fully developing e-commerce in Taiwan. 

I A.  contingencies

B.  avenues

C.  obstructions  

2. Inefficient computerization adopted by many enterprises makes it impossible for enterprises to integrate their efforts with other manufacturers when complying with legal standards and attempting to better understand consumer behavior.  

A.  resisting

B.  objecting to

C.  adhering to

3.  Local e-commerce also faces challenges in transaction and distribution. 

A. dilemmas

B.  ventures  

C.  predicaments

4. For instance, ensuring network security for online purchases is a key concern. 

A.  subordinate

B.  paramount  

C.  ancillary

5. Hackers remain a concern for consumers and enterprises, making customers hesitant to use credit cards online. 

A. dilatory

B.  rejuvenated

C.  zealous

6. Technological constraints and cultural considerations mean that the e-commerce sector in Taiwan remains immature.

A.  pubescent

B.  nubile

C.  callow

7. Accelerated development of e-commerce depends on enterprises overcoming barriers and engaging in commercial activities as soon as possible, thus boosting global commerce. 

A.  expedited  

B.  deescalated

C.  halted

8. Although barriers to market entry are relatively low, returns on investment are high, with potential profits being much higher than in traditional commerce.

A.  aperture

B.  loophole

C.  ingress

9. Additionally, e-commerce can promote brand image in emerging markets. 

A.  emanating  

B.  abating

C.  subsiding

10. Enterprises must learn to integrate Internet-based services through technical support, marketing strategies, market positioning and collaboration with partners. 

A.  scuffle

B.  hostility

C.  connivance

11. The rise of the Internet forces enterprises to adopt the above measures to ensure their survival. 

A.  abatement

B.  ascension  

C.  mitigation

12. As the Internet pervades daily life, the workplace and even global commerce, governments and enterprises worldwide must invest heavily in electronic commerce to increase national GDP and corporate competitiveness. 

A.  averts 

B.  eludes

C.  permeates

13. To remain abreast of global trends in e-commerce and protect the future standing of Taiwan throughout the Asian-Pacific region, the Taiwanese government drafted and legislated an electronic commerce policy in 1998.

A.  transgression

B.  echelon  

C.  infringement

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