所屬科目:研究所、轉學考(插大)、學士後-英文
1. A WHO chief scientist indicated that it would be ____ to conclude from early evidence that Omicron was a milder variant than previous ones.(A) unwise (B) wise (C) legitimate (D) illegitimate
2. Democracy continues to be the strongest form of ____ for Taiwan as the government looks to the challenges ahead.(A) prevention (B) alliance (C) maneuver (D) defense
3. Gig workers would be willing to sacrifice pay in exchange for having the freedom to ____ their own hours.(A) solve (B) set (C) share (D) save
4. The technology-driven gig economy and the global pandemic have already reshaped the future of work—driving many workers to seek flexibility ____.(A) at all times (B) at all costs (C) at times (D) at the costs
5. One of the most remarkable things about the former first lady is that she seems to accept her place in history without letting it define her or ____ her behavior.(A) reflect (B) dictate (C) manipulate (D) manifest
6. The skeleton protects our ____ organs, such as the heart, liver, and lungs. It is also an anchor for our muscles.(A) core (B) paramount (C) vital (D) minor
7. Most parts of the Christmas tree can be cooked with, from bark to bud, needle to nut. But it's important to know which trees you can safely ____ into drinks and dishes.(A) incorporate (B) made (C) melt (D) chop
8. Since the 18th century, California's kelp forest has been steadily mowed down by purple urchins, thanks to the ____ of their natural predator—the sea otter.(A) progress (B) salvage (C) relief (D) massacre
9. Families across the country head to cemeteries, laying colorful flowers on the graves of their loved ones and remembering the ____ their relatives left behind.(A) legacies (B) memories (C) conventions (D) repercussion
10. The U.K. is responsible for some of the world's greatest ____, including chocolate bars,(A) interventions (B) innovations (C) manipulations (D) resurrections
11. The new eruption, from the Geldingadalir volcano, started after a ____ of earthquakes.(A) series (B) string (C) diversity (D) plenty
12. At 149,316 cases and ____, New York state currently has the highest number of confirmed COVID-19 cases—compared to any other country in the world.(A) ahead (B) measure (C) estimating (D) counting
13. The nurses explained that while they're able to keep their emotions in_______while working with patients, downtime often gives way to anxiety and panic attacks.(A) check (B) care (C) charge (D) fear
14. Our wonderful dog left this Earth with everything she had ever wanted. And we are grieving because our love __________(A) dwindles (B) perseveres (C) relents (D) consists
15. Trump got more_______on Covid-19 vaccines, pushing them to supporters, correcting some misinformation and making clear they protect against Covid-19 hospitalizations and deaths.(A) reserved (B) force (C) vocal (D) opinionated
16. (A) secure (B) minimum (C) risky (D) biased
17. (A) masked (B) provoked (C) guided (D) assessed
18. (A) everywhere (B) backward (C) astray (D) forward
19. (A) long (B) bizarre (C) looped (D) similar
20. (A) knowledge (B) surroundings (C) thought (D) awareness
21. (A) repeat (B) rewind (C) forward (D) demand
22. (A) beliefs (B) characteristics (C) gossips (D) rumors
23. (A) rotation (B) moment (C) probation (D) duration
24. (A) promote (B) indulge (C) trigger (D) provoke
25. (A) struck (B) strike (C) strengthen (D) stuck
26. (A) account (B) argument (C) memorial (D) nostalgia
27. (A) conscious (B) relevant (C) solitary (D) authentic
28. (A) treasure (B) wealth (C) fancy (D) response
29. (A) claim (B) persist (C) eschew (D) revenge
30. (A) movement (B) reality (C) shifts (D) faith
31. What is the main idea of this passage?(A) Rewards often reinforce a behavioral pattern.(B) Our brains are highly sensitive to the outside environment.(C) It is easy to get into the routine of junk food eating.(D) Eating junk foods affects our ability to make sound decisions.
32. Which of the following is true?(A) Putting on too much weight is a threat to both rats and human.(B) Human can't resist the temptation of junk food.(C) Eating junk food affects our analytical ability.(D) The rats resist seeking junk food after the experiment.
33. According to the researchers, how did the rats' brains react to junk food?(A) They consider junk food a major part of their diet.(B) They consider junk food potentially healthy.(C) Seeking junk food becomes a routine for them.(D) Seeking junk food is challenging for them.
34. What may NOT be a solution to junk food addiction?(A) Eating junk food on birthdays.(B) Replacing junk food with a healthy diet.(C) Eating junk food when we have a bad time.(D) None of the above.
35. What does "fare" mean in "This new behavior endured even after the rats were returned to their more healthy fare" in the passage?(A) ritual (B) schedule (C) fair (D) diet
36. Which of the following is a good title for this passage?(A) The Pandemic and Gig Workers.(B) Freedom and Gig Workers.(C) The Value of Gig Work.(D) Challenges for Gig Workers.
37. What does the passage imply?(A) The pandemic put many people out of work.(B) Gig workers strive for better benefits.(C) Flexibility in working hours is important for gig workers.(D) The need of more full-time jobs is an urgent issue.
38. What may be the researchers' assumptions in studying the phenomenon of the gig economy?(A) Leisure is highly valued when people consider which jobs to take.(B) Job loss is a serious issue today.(C) The pandemic prevents people from seeking full-time positions.(D) Gig workers earn less compared to regular full-time workers.
39. According to the passage, which is true?(A) Big companies tend to prefer gig workers.(B) The pandemic saw the rise of the gig economy.(C) The gig workers choose gig work because of higher pay and better benefits.(D) There are more gig workers these days.
40. Based on the passage, which is NOT associated with full-time jobs?(A) They are severely impacted by the pandemic.(B) They do not allow workers enough time to enjoy quality life.(C) They often come with complete packages of benefits.(D) They allow less flexibility in scheduling.
41. The passage mentions that the Japanese billionaire perform mundane tasks in space. What does"mundane" mean?(A) Ordinary.(B) Exceptional.(C) Incredible.(D) Modern.
42. What may be the weather like on the day of the trio's returning from the space?(A) Clear.(B) Warm.(C) Cold.(D) Stormy.
43. Which of the following is false?(A) The venture is cross-national.(B) The three participants of the space travel are well-trained astronauts.(C) Russia saw the U.S. as competitor in space travel.(D) Internet service was unexpected during the space travel.
44. What is the opposite of "descent”?(A) Opening.(B) Boarding.(C) Landing.(D) Taking off.
45. According to the passage, how long has Russia been engaged in space tourism?(A) an era(B) a decade(C) twelve days(D) we don't know from the passage
46. What may be a good title for this passage?(A) Natural Remedies to Boost Health.(B) Ginger and the Immune System.(C) Ginger as Power Food.(D) Dried Herbs and Health.
47. According to the passage, which of the following has potential benefits to relieve itches?(A) Ginger.(B) B6.(C) Honey.(D) Cinnamon.
48. Which of the following statements is NOT mentioned or suggested in the passage?(A) Natural ingredients are not something new in both the West and the East.(B) Gingers are quite popular in Asia.(C) Gingers can take many shapes for people to obtain.(D) It is common for the westerners to seek dried herbs as a form of medication.
49. What is "migraine"?(A) Back pain.(B) Headache.(C) Irritation.(D) Allergy.
50. With which of the following symptom is inflammatory pain often NOT associated?(A) Redness.(B) Swelling.(C) Heat.(D) Nausea.