113年 - 113 國立政治大學_學士班轉學生招生考試：英文#127174

1. The dealer offers various cars, including the latest________models that combine a gasoline engine with an electric motor for improved fuel efficiency. (A) diesel (B) hybrid (C) edible (D) ceramic

2. Despite the driver's efforts to avoid the accident, a_______occurred at the intersection, causing significant damage to both vehicles. (A) collision (B) detour (C) procession (D) catalyst

3. After a lengthy discussion, the committee reached a/an________decision to approve the new policy, with all members in full agreement. (A) separated (B) dispersed (C) unanimous (D) fragmented

4. After the announcement of the company's bankruptcy, its stock prices began to________dramatically. (A) stabilize (B) ascend (C) thrive (D) plunge

5. Due to their weakened immune systems, cancer patients are often more_______to infections. (A) resistant (B) elastic (C) comprehensive (D) vulnerable

6. In anticipation of the approaching hurricane, the coastal residents were ordered to_________the area. (A) evacuate (B) shelter (C) conserve (D) abbreviate

7. Although there was no logical reason for it, the coach was quite_________and insisted that his team follow a specific routine before every game. (A) rational (B) superstitious (C) intelligent (D) contagious

8. The company was accused of trying to________the natural resources of the region without considering the environmental impact. (A) sustain (B) assault (C) exploit (D) manipulate

9. After completing the online purchase, a confirmation email was sent to acknowledge the successful ________. (A) transaction (B) disturbance (C) prescription (D) complexion

10. The flight encountered unexpected_________shortly after takeoff, causing some passengers to feel uneasy. (A) serenity (B) fragrance (C) turbulence (D) aviation

11. (A) decline (B) crack (C) evasion (D) rise

12. (A) serving (B) serve (C) serves (D) has served

13. (A) while (B) because (C) however (D) where

14. (A) advantage (B) dismay (C) surprise (D) drawback

15. (A) risk (B) rely (C) alter (D) prove 

16. (A) cuisine (B) tradition (C) pastry (D) luxury

17. (A) which (B) one (C) that (D) part

18. (A) trend (B) breed (C) label (D) snack

19. (A) moved (B) took (C) set (D) caught

20. (A) In fact (B) In contrast (C) Instead (D) Likewise 

21.(A) Later advances in battery technology led to smaller radios.(B) However, loudspeakers in public places can be an annoyance, which is still the case today.(C) similar to the headphones we are familiar with today.(D) where customers rented special listening devices similar to doctors' stethoscopes.(E) The next breakthrough was made by an American inventor named Nathaniel Baldwin in 1910.

22.(A) Later advances in battery technology led to smaller radios.(B) However, loudspeakers in public places can be an annoyance, which is still the case today.(C) similar to the headphones we are familiar with today.(D) where customers rented special listening devices similar to doctors' stethoscopes.(E) The next breakthrough was made by an American inventor named Nathaniel Baldwin in 1910.

23.(A) Later advances in battery technology led to smaller radios.(B) However, loudspeakers in public places can be an annoyance, which is still the case today.(C) similar to the headphones we are familiar with today.(D) where customers rented special listening devices similar to doctors' stethoscopes.(E) The next breakthrough was made by an American inventor named Nathaniel Baldwin in 1910.

24.(A) Later advances in battery technology led to smaller radios.(B) However, loudspeakers in public places can be an annoyance, which is still the case today.(C) similar to the headphones we are familiar with today.(D) where customers rented special listening devices similar to doctors' stethoscopes.(E) The next breakthrough was made by an American inventor named Nathaniel Baldwin in 1910.

25.(A) Later advances in battery technology led to smaller radios.(B) However, loudspeakers in public places can be an annoyance, which is still the case today.(C) similar to the headphones we are familiar with today.(D) where customers rented special listening devices similar to doctors' stethoscopes.(E) The next breakthrough was made by an American inventor named Nathaniel Baldwin in 1910.

26. What is the main idea of this passage? (A) Migrant workers are often treated poorly and unfairly in the workplace. (B) Global climate change poses serious threats to biodiversity. (C) Extreme high temperatures can cause significant physical and psychological harm to people working in various occupations. (D) Construction is a high-risk industry.

27. According to the passage, the words "invisible people" in the first paragraph refer to _____ (A) people who are not accustomed to appearing in public (B) the working class that usually does not receive much social attention (C) the multitude of ordinary people (D) low-profile persons

28. In the fourth paragraph, the word "fuzzy" is closest in meaning to _____ (A) indefinite (B) firm (C) informed (D) timely

29. Based on the passage, which of the following statement is true? (A) Compared to outdoor workers, indoor workers are less likely to suffer from occupational injuries caused by high temperatures. (B) Working in high temperatures can have some effects workers' physical and mental health, but it rarely poses a risk of death. (C) Workers under high temperature tend to become particularly irritable and usually do not have the patience to interact with their coworkers. (D) Compared to the workers of other sectors, more construction workers are exposed to high-temperature working environments for extended period of time.

30. What would be the best conclusion for the passage? (A) When high temperatures become the norm, controlling carbon emissions becomes an urgent necessity. (B) If global warming continues to worsen, many island nations will be submerged within a few years. (C) With global warming on the rise, improving working conditions has become an urgent issue that must be addressed. (D) The overdevelopment of industry, agriculture, and livestock farming is also one of the causes of global warming. We must address it seriously. 

31. Upon seeing the Al tool launched by Google, the author's attitude is: (A) pleased (B) dismissive (C) full of anticipation (D) impressed

32. In the fourth paragraph, the word "gimmick" is closest in meaning to _____. (A) agitprop (B) magic (C) trick (D) lie

33. In the fifth paragraph, the word "moniker" is closest in meaning to_______. (A) name (B) money (C) state (D) personality

34. Based on the passage, which of the following statement is true? (A) AI would take humans out of the loop someday. (B) In terms of creativity, AI is no match for humans. (C) With chatbots, Shakespeare's play is no longer a must-read. (D) "Bard" is a name apt for this smart chatbot.

35. What would be the best conclusion for the passage? (A) We should find ways for AI and humans to coexist and thrive together. (B) Google should give a new name to its chatbot. (C) In the face of the AI onslaught, we should do everything we can to defend the unique value of humanity. (D) We may sit tight and wait for AI to reveal its own flaws.

V. Composition 
Please write an essay within 600 words to describe the most difficult decision you have ever made. In this essay, please detail the formidable challenge you had faced, the decision-making process you went through, and how the final decision changed your life.