115年 - 115-1 國立彰化女子高級中學_教師甄選試題：英文科#138758

1. The stranded explorers wandered through the barren wasteland for months; as their supplies dwindled, they soon realized that no amount of foraging might ______ their appetites in such a desolate environment. (A) simulate (B) relinquish (C) satiate (D) pulverize

2. While being transported to the local hospital, the police officer _______ to his injuries caused by the shootout against the armed robbers. (A) conjured (B) succumbed (C) vacillated (D) exacerbated

3. The university president ______ invited all the faculty members to the gala to celebrate the institution's centenary. (A) covertly (B) capriciously (C) copiously (D) cordially

4. European leaders are striving to secure safe passage for oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, where scattered attacks have ______ maritime traffic, threatening global energy stability. (A) heralded (B) bolstered (C) emancipated (D) throttled

5. The interior designer suggested that they ______ the velvet fabric over the sofa to create a luxurious and cozy atmosphere in the living room. (A) wrench (B) cull (C) drape (D) rescind

6. The act of _________ whales for the mere sake of local tradition has enraged animal conservationists. (A) deferring (B) exalting (C) parleying (D) culling

7. The professor's argument was so ____ that even seasoned scholars found themselves reconsidering long-held assumptions. (A) cogent (B) porous (C) stagnant (D) frivolous

8. The diplomat's ____ remarks defused tension and restored a sense of decorum to the heated debate. (A) negligent (B) abrasive (C) conciliatory (D) erratic

9. His explanation was dismissed as mere ____; it lacked substance and failed to address the central issue. (A) monumental (B) verbiage (C) foliage (D) tapestry

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25. What is the purpose of this passage? (Artemis II vs Apollo 8) (A) To introduce the history of the Apollo 8 missions. (B) To speculate the success rate of Artemis II. (C) To compare the Apollo 8 and Artemis II missions. (D) To warn readers of the Chinese advance in space technology.

26. What does the word audacious in the second paragraph mean? (A) Relentless. (B) Valiant. (C) Tenacious. (D) Judicious.

27. What is not one of the "firsts" accomplished by the Apollo 8 mission? (A) Carrying astronauts outside the earth's orbit. (B) Taking pictures of the earth from space. (C) Returning to earth safe in the end. (D) Landing astronauts on the moon.

28. According to the passage, Artemis II will not _____________________. (A) plant flags on the lunar south pole (B) break the previous record of the deepest space trip (C) use the SLS rocket to carry the crew (D) take the bird's eye view of the dark side of the moon

29. Which of the following is identified in the passage as a primary cause of ethnic conflict? (A) Differences in thinking and mindset. (B) Competition over political power and resources. (C) Lack of interest in cultural roots. (D) Excessive migration between urban and rural areas.

30. According to the passage, why do historical memories often intensify ethnic tensions? (A) They encourage groups to forget past injustices. (B) They lay the foundations for reconciliation and cohesion. (C) They reinforce group identity and deepen divisions. (D) They eliminate the need for political representation.

31. Which one is true about the consequences of ethnic conflicts? (A) They are impenetrable barriers for different ethnic groups. (B) They may also pose a potential threat to neighboring states. (C) They will strengthen democracy, the solution to ethnic conflicts. (D) The displaced population will build inclusive governments.

32. Which strategy is suggested in the passage as a way to reduce ethnic tensions? (A) Promoting cultural exchange and equitable resource distribution. (B) Prioritizing cultural and spiritual concerns. (C) Transforming cultural differences into rigid boundaries. (D) Resorting to authoritarian measures to maintain national unity.

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