一、字彙題
1. Wendy
wrote a letter to her professor to her gratitude for all his help during her
graduate school years.
(A) assign (B)
dispute (C) enforce (D) convey
2. The couple celebrated their wedding by taking a four-day trip in the city where they
first met.
(A) childhood (B)
anniversary (C) deadline (D) frequency
3. Bill
and David are such good friends that, though they live in different countries,
they still via
Facebook messages every now and then.
(A) correspond (B)
revenge (C) flock (D) overtake
4. The boy played tricks on his classmate and was
punished by the teacher.
(A) passive (B)
fluent (C)
naughty (D)
gifted
5. Before
the election, many candidates launched to promote themselves.
(A) barriers (B)
campaigns (C)
revolutions (D)
attractions
6.
During the first week of the semester, all of the students in the classes that they were going to take.
(A) evolved (B)
enrolled (C)
entitled (D)
executed
7. The walked along the aisle in the passenger cars,
checking people’s tickets to make sure they were on the right train.
(A) carpenter (B)
consultant (C) composer (D) conductor
8. Winning
an Olympic gold medal is considered by many to be the achievement in track and field athletics.
(A) plentiful (B)
continual (C) ultimate (D) accurate
9.
Taiwanese pool player Chang Yu-Lung defeated all his opponents and
became the world’s No.1 pool player.
(A) beat
(B) bent (C)
paid (D)
wept
10. The
CEO of the charity thanked everyone who had made a contribution and
promised them the money would go to those in need.
(A) deposit (B)
donation (C)
democracy (D)
declaration
A 11. The intelligent child is able to
solve math problems that most students have difficulty with.
(A) brilliant (B)
broke (C)
efficient (D)
earnest
12. If
you see a fire in the office, you have to set off the fire alarm immediately.
(A) in the end (B)
right away (C) before
long (D) at last
13. Some
people believe in eternal life; in other words, they believed that life
continues after death.
(A) individual (B)
impressive (C) enjoyable (D) everlasting
14. In
November, 2014, Australia experienced its hottest month on record, so many supervisors
there asked their employees to start work earlier to avoid high temperatures.
(A) managers (B)
applicants (C)
examinees (D)
youngsters
15. The
bomb squad was sent out to deal with the device and make sure it didn’t go
off when it was opened.
(A) lengthen (B)
lighten (C)
explode (D)
explore
II.
對話題：第 16 至 25 題，請依對話內容，選出一個最適合的答案，使其成為有意義的對話。
16. Josephine: Where are you now? You are late! Martha: I am in the taxi. I just left
the office.
Josephine:
Hurry up! Martha: OK, I’ll run as fast as I can when I
get there.
(A) Why didn’t you
take a bus? (B)
You sound like you’re all set.
(C) The department
store is closed. (D)
The ceremony is about to start.
17. Flora: Are you going to the
school fair next week?
Steven: Sure, it’s for a good cause.
Flora: In
that case, I will buy some extra things.
Steven: Be sure to get some cupcakes at the fair. My
sister baked them.
(A) We will donate
the money we make to charity. (B)
It already cost us a lot of money.
(C) I will take
part in the game. (D)
We can earn some money.
18. Evelyn: Don’t forget that we are going to Linda’s birthday party
tonight.
Marian: Of course. By the way,
Evelyn: It’s up to you. There’s no dress code for
this party.
Marian: I got it. See you tonight.
(A) can I borrow
your dress? (B)
do you know where I can buy a nice dress?
(C) what should I
wear to the party? (D)
should I buy her a dress?
19. Rose: Why didn’t you buy that bike? I thought you really liked
it.
Edward:
Rose: Oh,
what a pity. Let’s see if we can find something cheaper online.
(A) The manager
offered me a great deal. (B)
The color I wanted was out of stock.
(C) The price was
over my budget. (D)
It didn’t have the features I require.
20. Kevin: I’ve come here to pick up my laundry.
Vicky: Kevin: Thanks a lot. See you next
time!
(A) Excuse me? (B) Here you go. (C) That’s enough. (D) Don’t come any closer.
21. Candice: Hi, You must be Iris. Iris:
Yes, I’m Harry’s younger sister.
Candice: Iris:
Really? I hope he’s told you good things.
(A) I’m so glad
that I finally get to meet you. (B)
I’ve heard so much about you.
(C) I think this is
the first time we’ve met. (D)
I’ve been looking for you for a long time.
22. Howard: I’d like to speak with Mr. Johnson.
Secretary: Howard: Sure,
I’ll hold the line.
(A) Just a moment,
please. (B)
Can you call back later?
(C) Sorry, but he’s
on vacation. (D)
Are you holding anything?
23. Mara: I’d like to book a table for four under the name of Mara.
Clerk: Sure. Mara: It’s Mara with an “M”, like
“money.”
(A) Sorry, but I
have never seen you before. (B)
Could you spell your entire name?
(C) I don’t know
anyone named Mara. (D)
Is that with an “M” or an “N”?
24. Cashier: Is there any problem, Ma’am?
Melissa: Yes, but not with the things I just bought.
Actually,
Cashier: Sorry about that. How much did I give you?
(A) I’d like to ask
for a refund. (B)
you didn’t give me the receipt.
(C) you gave me the
wrong change. (D)
they’re all past their expiration dates.
25. Debby: My favorite team lost the championship game!
Simon: You seem really sad. Debby: I am. I think I’m going
to cry!
Simon: I bet they’ll do better next year.
(A) There, there. (B) Go ahead. (C) Help yourself. (D)
Good job.
III.
綜合測驗：下面二篇短文，共有 15 個空格，為第 26 至 40 題，每題有四個選項，請依各篇短文文意，選出一個最適合該空格的答案。
People in America are being asked to stop wasting
food. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) claims 15.4 million kilograms
of food 26 out every year. Considering how many people
around the world go hungry, this is bad enough in itself. But this food waste
is also 27 the environment. Food waste is a source of
methane, a gas that plays a big part in global warming.
The EPA report said that a typical household of four
could save US$1,600 28 reducing food waste. However, the EPA also 29 that only 40 percent of wasted food comes from
households. 30 60
percent comes from businesses, restaurants, and supermarkets. They also need to
learn some lessons about food waste, the EPA said.
One chef who agrees is Cathal Armstrong. He says
chefs are not 31 how not to waste food, and have to learn it
themselves. One example he gives is using pieces of lobster that won’t be
served to customers to make stock. Stock is a liquid preparation 3 2 in
many dishes. 33 ,
people can learn from Armstrong’s example and cut back on waste food in the
future. It’ll save them money and be good for the planet as well.
26. (A) thrown (B) will be thrown (C) was thrown (D) is thrown
27. (A) damaging (B) decreasing (C) describing (D) disregarding
28. (A) by (B) with (C) of (D) from
29. (A) started out (B) pointed out (C) caught up (D) came across
30. (A) Another (B) Other (C) The other (D) Others
31. (A) taught (B) sought (C) caught (D) fought
32. (A) to use (B) used (C) using (D) uses
33. (A) Thankfully (B) Consequently (C) Surprisingly (D) Hopefully
Since the 1400s, the British have been saying “thank
you.” These two words have spread around the world and have been 34 by non-English speakers. There is even a
holiday to celebrate “thank you,” as January 11 is International Thank You Day.
Because of the broad use of the phrase and the fact that it was first used in
England, one might expect the British would be saying it all the time today.
However, according to a recent survey, that is not true at all.
The Brits have not abandoned their 35 ,
but they are choosing to express their thanks in other ways. Over half the
people who completed the survey said they’d be more likely to say “cheers” 36 “thank you.” Around 40 percent said the
traditional phrase was just too 37 to use. Many people prefer more casual words
like “cool” or “lovely,” while others will even say nothing and just react 38 a wave or a smile.
In the end, it doesn’t matter 39 you show your appreciation. Just make sure the
other person understands that you 40 what
they have done.
34. (A) attracted (B) implied (C) proved (D) adopted
35. (A) viewpoints (B) privileges (C) hobbies (D) manners
36. (A) instead of (B) based on (C) such as (D) thanks to
37. (A) fake (B) weird (C) formal (D) rude
38. (A) over (B) with (C) against (D) throughout
39. (A) why (B) where (C) when (D) how
40. (A) are sick of (B) are grateful for (C) are proud of (D) are picky about
IV.
閱讀測驗：以下有兩篇短文，共有 10 個題目，為第 41 至 50 題，請於閱讀短文後，選出最適當的答案。
Some people are drawn to extreme sports. Whether it’s
jumping from a high place with an elastic rope wrapped around their ankles or
rolling down a hill inside a huge rubber ball, there’s always something new for
people who love excitement. One of the more recent sports to appear is called
Flyboarding. It allows people to leap out of the sea like a flying fish and
soar around like Iron Man.
Flyboarding was invented in 2011 by Franky Zapata, a
French water sports fan. The Flyboard itself is a combination of a jetpack and
a surfboard. It is connected to a jet ski by a long hose. The jet ski drives
around the ocean, sending water rushing through the hose. This pushes the
Flyboard rider into the air. When the water is used up, the Flyboarder dives
back into the sea to let the water build up for the next leap.
While in the air, Flyboarders use their feet to
control its power and movement. They also hold on to the jetpack to keep
themselves balanced. They can spin, dive, and fly like Superman. Check out a
YouTube video to see what amazing tricks a Flyboarder can perform, and why this
new sport has become such a smash hit.
41. Which of the following is the best title for this article?
(A)
Flyboarding: The Latest Extreme Sport (B)
An Introduction to Extreme Sports
(C) Why
Extreme Sports Are so Addictive (D)
A Day in the Life of a Flyboarder
42. Which of these is NOT involved in Flyboarding?
(A) A jet
ski. (B) A surfboard. (C) An elastic rope. (D) A long hose.
43. According to the article, Flyboarding .
(A) was inspired by the movie Iron Man (B)
was featured in a Superman movie
(C) was
invented over 20 years ago (D)
was the idea of a man from Europe
44. How do Flyboarders control their movements?
(A) They
program them into a computer. (B)
They use their feet to move the board.
(C) They
don’t; they are moved by the hose. (D)
They use their hands to direct the jetpacks.
45. Which of the following sentences is TRUE?
(A)
Flyboarding has yet to become a truly popular extreme sport.
(B)
Flyboarders can remain in the air for ten minutes at a time.
(C) A
Flyboard is able to move by itself without any assistance.
(D) You
can see what Flyboarding looks like on the Internet.
Russian nesting dolls are well-known symbols of their
country. Everybody knows that within each doll is a smaller doll, with the
smallest doll at the center. But did you know that these beautifully-crafted
figures are dying out?
The first set of dolls, or Matryoshka, which means “little matron” in Russian, was made in 1890.
They were designed by Sergey Malyutin, who also painted them, and carved by
Vasily Zvyozdochkin. They were inspired by a Japanese nesting doll, and are a
modern interpretation on the traditional Chinese nested boxes. There were eight
dolls in the original set, which included one boy doll and a baby doll in the
center. The dolls were all carved out of the same block of wood, a tradition
that continues to this day.
Unfortunately, production has been slowing down since
the 1990s. The men and women who make them pass their skills down from
generation to generation. However, as factories close and young people migrate to big cities for jobs,
there are fears that this knowledge will be lost forever.
The Matryoshka have been called a reflection of the
soul of Russia. They represent female strength and care. With production levels
falling, be sure to cherish any sets that you come across, as these beautiful
figures will become rarer and more valuable in years to come.
46. What is this article mainly about?
(A) The
problems facing the Russian job market.
(B)
Different types of arts and crafts in Russia.
(C) The
different types of nested toys around the world.
(D) A
Russian traditional handicraft that’s facing the threat
of disappearing.
47. What is said about the first ever Matryoshka?
(A) It was
designed, carved, and painted by the same artist.
(B) All
of the dolls in the original set were females.
(D) It
was invented in the 1990s by two Russian artists.
(A) must all
come from the same piece of wood
(B)
represent the unity of the Russian people
(C)
inspired the creation of Japanese nested dolls
(D) are
more common now than ever before
49. Which of the following could replace the underlined word “migrate”?
(A) Enter. (B)
Move. (C) Reduce. (D) Create.
50. Why is the production of Matryoshka dolls slowing down?
(A) Because young people are not learning how to make them.
(B)
Because the trees used to make the dolls have all been cut down.
(C)
Because nobody is interested in buying these dolls anymore.
(D)
Because factory owners don’t believe they make enough
money.
非選擇題先修班
I. 英譯中 作答說明：請將以下英文句子譯成正確、通順、達意的中文。
1. Sandy is not tall enough to get the book on the top of the shelf.
1. Sandy is not tall enough to get the book on the top of the shelf.
2. I don’t know
whether David will attend the meeting or not.
II. 填充題 作答說明：請依據中文之提示，在空格內填入適當之詞彙以完成句子。每格限填一字。
1. 安娜拉小提琴已經五年了。
Anna been
the
violin five years.
2. 當老師一走進教室，全部的人都安靜下來。
the
teacher walked in the classroom, everyone
quieted down.
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