B 1. Ms. Williams is so (: stern) that her students aren’t even allowed to speak in class without her permission.
(A) greedy (B) strict (C) casual (D) mature
D 2. The customer made a(n) (: posture) to the waiter to ask for the menu.
(A) excuse (B) attitude (C) concept (D) gesture
B 3. Janie tried (: attempted) to swallow a too-large bite of her sandwich and started as it got stuck in her throat.
(A) chewing (B) choking (C) sobbing (D) slipping
A 4. In spite of (: Regardless of) the miserable (: bitter/painful) failure, Linda stayed (: optimistic/active) and believed that everything would turn out well in the end.
(A) positive (B) extreme (C) selfish (D) painful
C 5. Liz went to school to be a(n) ; she is now capable of performing (動) very complicated operations (手術) on patients’ hearts.
(A) dentist (B) principal (C) surgeon (D) inspector
B 6. There’s a big lightning coming, so make sure (: ensure/assure) (that) you stay inside and unplug (拔除插頭) any important electronics (電子產品) .
(A) tube (B) storm (C) wheel (D) parcel
C 7. Bright colors, which were (: fashionable/stylish) in the 1980s, are making a return in fashion (: fad/vogue) today.
(A) dumb (B) private (C) trendy (D) royal
A 8. In her speech, the child psychologist highlighted (: underscored) the importance of making sure (: ensuring/assuring) (that) children feel that they’re listened to.
(A) emphasized (B) negotiated (C) neglected (D) explored
A 9. James looks up to (: pays awe to) his older sister in almost every way; he even tries (: attempts) to dress like (what) she does.
(A) respects (B) interrupts: disturbs/bugs
(C) suspects: doubts/wonders (D) persuades: talks into
B 10. With the MRT, we can not only avoid (: keep away from/stay away from) being stuck (: being captured/being caught) in traffic jams but also greatly (: broadly) reduce (: cut back upon/cut down on) environmental pollution.
(A) cleverly (B) hugely (C) publicly (D) relatively
D 11. Despite (: In spite of/Regardless of) hearing the advice from experts (: 專家), some people still believe there’s no actual benefit (: advantage/good point) of wearing a face mask during COVID-19.
(A) religion (B) element: factor 要素
(C) strategy (D) advantage
II. 對話題：第 12 至 21 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。
C 12. Daisy: I’m really (: rather/quite/considerably/very/pretty) looking forward to Alfred’s party.
Luke: You’re going? I thought you two had a big fight.
Daisy: We get along well (: socialize well with each other) now.
Luke: Well, maybe we can go to his party together.
(A) I’m still a bit upset (: cross/angry/annoyed).
(B) It seems like yesterday.
(C) That was a long time ago.
(D) He’s a difficult guy to like.
D 13. Jill: Kevin got accepted to the basketball team.
Kris:
Jill: I was surprised (: amazed), too, but apparently (: seemingly; evidently)
he’s a good shooter.
Kris: Really? I didn’t even think he likes sports.
(A) It’s about time! (違反現在的事實)
(B) He had his chance.
(C) That’s excellent news!
(D) You can’t be serious!
B 14. Alex: Now that (: Seeing that/Since 既然) we’re in Taipei, what should we do first?
Louie: Let’s go to Shilin Night Market.
Alex: Now? The market doesn’t get interesting until nighttime.
Louie: We could go to the National Palace Museum, then.
Alex: Let’s do it.
(A) Not again.
(B) Sounds perfect.
(C) Museums (博物館) are really boring (to me).
(D) Any other suggestions?
D 15. Michelle: What happened to the elevator?! Why aren’t we moving?!
Danny: I think we’re stuck (: captured/caught).
Michelle: I’ve never been stuck in an elevator! Oh my God! I’m going to die!
Danny: We’ll be OK.
(A) Take your time. 不要急; 慢慢來
(B) Break a leg. (: Good luck.)
("1865年美國總統林肯在戲院遇刺後，暗殺他的兇手在跳上舞台時不慎跌斷腿，不久後也就伏法，從此祝人們break a leg就變成了好事一椿。")
(C) Cherish the moment.
(D) Take a few deep breaths. 深呼吸一下下
B 16. Richie: How long will you be in Taipei?
Joanie: I’m leaving on Monday morning.
Richie: Oh, you’ve got lots of time then.
Joanie: I’m at the Midtown Hotel in Ximen.
(A) What are your plans while you’re here?
(B) Where are you staying?
(C) How’s your hotel?
(D) Enjoy your trip.
D 17. Doug: Did you know that Harry and Terry are dating (: in a relationship) now?
Flora:
Doug: I heard it from Tom the other day (: a few days ago).
Flora: I wonder(: suspect/doubt/am dubious about) how he found out.
(A) Right, they’re already married.
(B) Yes, they really hate each other.
(C) Who are you talking about?
(D) Where did you get that information?
C 18. Alan: Hey, what are you doing?
Dan: Just shopping online. I don’t know which of these two products to (: I can) pick.
Alan: Then you’ll know which one is better.
Dan: I’ve done that, but I still can’t make a decision. They’re both good.
(A) Why don’t you sell this online?
(B) Which one do you have?
(C) Why don’t you search for reviews (: look for online comments)?
(D) When will it be delivered (: sent) ?
A 19. Alice: Hi, are there any more buses going to Taitung tonight?
Clerk: Sorry!
Alice: Oh, that’s too bad. Thanks anyway.
(A) No, I’m afraid not. 否定否定到底
(B) Yes, there are a few.
(C) The next bus will leave in an hour.
(D) Take that one over there, Number 109.
A 20. Steve: Do you want to watch The Hidden Door?
Cathy: I’ve never heard of it.
Steve: Yeah! I’ve seen it twice already.
Cathy: OK, well I hope you’re right.
(A) Is it any good?
(B) When did you watch it?
(C) It doesn’t sound good to watch.
(D) You can watch it alone (: by yourself/on your own).
C 21. Morgan: Why isn’t it working?
Kyle: I think you didn’t put this together (: didn't combine or assemble this)
in the right (: correct) way.
Morgan: You’re right.
Kyle: I told you!
(A) It worked perfectly well.
(B) I think I did a good job on it.
(C) I should have read the instructions. 我早該閱讀操作指南; 其實並沒有
should have V-pp 對於過去該做而未做的事情感到後悔
(D) The mechanic was here an hour ago.
III. 綜合測驗：下面三篇短文，共有 10 個空格，為第 22 至 31 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。
▲ 下篇短文共有 5 個空格，為第 22 – 26 題，請依短文文意，選出一個最適合該空格的答案。
In September 2020, the Ministry of Foreign
Affairs
announced (: declared) that the
covers (封套) of Taiwanese passports
would change (: alter/switch/transform) in 2021. The covers will 22
(: stay/remain/retain/keep) simple: it will still be dark green with gold
writing, but the words on them
will move and change size. For one thing (一來; 原因之一), “Taiwan” will appear (:
emerge; show up/come up/turn up) in much
(: far/still/even/a lot/a bit/a little) bigger letters in English. In addition (: Additionally), the phrase “Republic of China” will only (:
merely/simply/just/nothing more than/nothing but) appear in small font, circling the large golden
sun. While (:
As/Although/Despite the fact that/Though) some people 23
(: agree to) this new cover ’s simple design, one political
party (政黨) wanted (: longed) the
government to be more creative (: innovative). The New Power Party （新時代力量） held (: threw/organized) a(n) 24 (: big contest) to
invite people to present (: show/reveal) their ideas (: notions/concepts) for the new passport cover. Many (: Numerous/Dozens of) people
sent in original designs (n. 設計) that featured animals that are 25
to Taiwan, such as the Formosan black bear and the Mikado
pheasant (黑長尾雉). Although (: While/As/Though/Despite the fact that) this contest will not have a direct effect (: impact/influence) on the new covers
coming onto the scene in 2021, perhaps it will open the government’s eyes to
more exciting passport
26 (: alternatives/options) in the (distant or near) future.
B 22. (A) entertain (B) remain (C) contain (D) maintain
A 23. (A) approve of (B) appeal to (C) object to : be opposed to 反對
(D) keep off : block; get in the way of 擋住
C 24. (A) adventure (B) membership (C) competition (D) scandal
A 25. (A) unique : one-of-a-kind
(B) passive: inactive; negative
(C) tender <=> hard
(D) (be) cruel (to 介係詞) (: be brutal to)
D 26. (A) deliveries (B) targets (C) ambitions (D) choices
▲ 下篇短文共有 5 個空格，為第 27 – 31 題，請依短文文意，選出一個最適合該空格的答案。
There are many tasks (=> jobs=> errands=> missions) and responsibilities (: duties) we must attend to (: deal with/tackle; handle) in our busy lives. How can we 27 and keep track of (了解...動態; 紀錄...; 追蹤) all of our important duties? Bullet journaling, sometimes called (: V-pp) “bujo,” is a 28 (: way) of writing (: jotting) down events, “to-do” items, and other notes in bullet point lists. The user puts small 29 (: signs) by each item to show (: reveal) what kind of job it is and what its status (狀態) and priority (優先順序) are. For example (: For instance), ○ represents (: stands for) an event that one must attend, ● represents a task, and 6 represents a completed (: finished) task. ✖ The creator of the system (系統; 制度; 方法) wanted it to be helpful (: practical/functional/realistic) to everyone 30 overwhelmed (情緒被...淹沒而不知所措的) by the contents of their lives. In addition, many users also use their journals as a creative exercise. The beauty of it is that a bullet journal can be 31 simple or complicated
31 you want it to be. It’s all up to whoever is using it!
B 27. (A) resist (temptations) (B) organize (C) debate: argument
(D) wander : loiter/hang around
D 28. (A) mood (B) motor (C) medal
(D) method (: way/approach/manner)
C 29. (A) errors (B) gaps (C) symbols: signs (D) fates
B 30. (A) feels (B) who feels (C) which feels (D) has felt
A 31. (A) as ; as (B) too ; that (C) so ; that (D) x ; enough
IV. 閱讀測驗：以下有兩篇短文，共有 10 個題目，為第 32 至 41 題，請於閱讀短文後，選出最適當的答案。
▲ 閱讀下文，回答第 32 – 33 題
Kevin: Laura, have you seen the office? It’s a mess! We have so much left to pack (打包).
Laura: Yeah, you’re right, but I found a moving company online that will help us pack up our office stuff.
Kevin: Really? Which one?
Laura: AMC Moving Service. It works with businesses and is a good choice (: option/alternative)
because we can get 20% off (: discount) since (: now that/seeing that < because)
this is our first move. By the way (: Incidentally 順帶一提), why are we moving?
Kevin: Well, the company is expanding (: widening), and we need (: call for/require)
more space (: room) for the new staff (全體員工).
Laura: That’s great! We’ll finally(: eventually) have enough (: sufficient/affluent) room
to work properly (: suitably; appropriately).
B 32. What can we learn from this conversation?
(A) The company is broke (破產的).
(B) The company is growing (: prospering/developing).
(C) The company is trying to cut costs (削減成本).
(D) The company has been sold to another company.
D 33. According to the ad, which of the following is true?
(A) The company helps people to rent houses.
(B) The company’s service is only for daytime.
(C) Second-time customers get more discounts.
(D) People moving far away can use this service.
▲ 閱讀下文，回答第 34 – 37 題
In many cultures, a ghost is thought to be the
spirit of a dead person that interacts with the living. They’re said to make
sounds, make objects move, pass through solid walls, interfere with electronic
machines, or appear as a hard-to-see figure. Many people claim to have sensed
the presence (: existence) of ghosts. However, there’s no scientific evidence to support (: back up) their existence. Still (: However), research has found many explanations for why some
people might believe the spirits of the dead are haunting us. In most cases,
what it shows is that we can’t always trust our eyes, ears, or brain.
One scientific explanation for ghost encounters is sleep
paralysis. This is like dreaming with your eyes open. Most people dream after
they fall asleep and stop dreaming before they wake up. However, with sleep
paralysis, you’re close to being awake while having vivid dreams, but you can’t
move your body. This can be very frightening (: horrible/terrible/scary). Even if you don’t experience (: encounter)sleep paralysis, it’s common to sense things that aren’t there, like a phantom
buzz on your phone when there’s no one calling you at all.
Another scientific reason people might think they see ghosts is pareidolia, or your brain wanting to process non-existing information into
something you can recognize. Pareidolia is responsible when you think no one
but you can see a human figure emerging from a white wall or hear someone
talking to you in a song.
It’s important to use your critical thinking skills before you
jump to conclusions about witnessing ghostly activity. Remember: your mind may
try to fool you!
D 34. What is the main idea of this passage?
(A) People are more likely to see ghosts when they lack sleep.
(B) Sleep paralysis is becoming a more common health problem.
(C) Adults are more likely to believe in ghosts than children.
(D) Some ghost encounters (邂逅; 不期而遇) can be explained by science.
B 35. Which of the following is NOT a sign of sleep paralysis?
(A) Not being able to move.
(B) Not being able to see or hear.
(C) Having clear dreams.
(D) Almost waking up.
A 36. Which of the following is the best explanation of the bold phrase “phantom buzz” in
paragraph 2?
(A) You thought your phone was ringing, but it wasn’t.
(B) You used your phone but it was broken.
(C) A ghost called you on your phone.
(D) Your phone turned off by itself.
C 37. Which of the following might be an example of pareidolia?
(A) Getting the strange sense you’re experiencing something you did before.
(B) Hearing thunder after you see lightning in the sky.
(C) Seeing the shape of a face on the moon.
(D) Falling asleep in a moving car.
▲ 閱讀下文，回答第 38 – 41 題
With (: Due to/Because of) 70 million monthly users, Dictionary.com is
the world’s leading (領先的) digital (數位的) dictionary. The website (網站) made its largest ever
revision (修訂) in September 2020. It changed more than 15,000 of its definitions and
added 650 new dictionary entries (詞條). Many of these are related to race andethnicity, sexual orientation, suicide, and addiction.
Dictionary.com has now capitalized Black in reference to people
with African ancestors, in addition to making it a separate entry from other
definitions of the word. The website called this change “a mark of respect and
recognition that’s in line with capitalizing other cultures and ethnicities.”
Language referring to LGBTQ people has also been revised. Words
and terms like “gay” and “sexual orientation” are considered to be more appropriate
than the medical term “homosexual.” While that word is accurate (: correct), many people in
LGBTQ society feel that it only describes sex and doesn’t express the range of
personal identities that form their communities.
Another major revision is about the language on suicide and
addiction. Example sentences and other resources no longer refer to someone
“committing suicide”; instead “die by suicide” and “end one’s life” are used
because the word “commit” is usually associated with criminal offenses.
References to “addict” as a noun have been played down and replaced by “person
addicted to” or “habitual user of.” These changes reduce the implied moral
judgment about drug use. Besides the themes above, many of the new dictionary
entries are about environmental issues and informal terms. Acronyms
used on social media like “GOAT” for “greatest of all time” were also added.
Dictionary.com senior editor John Kelly said they’re making “an ongoing effort
to ensure that how we define words reflects (: mirrors) changes in language— and life.”
D 38. What would be the best title for this passage?
(A) Dictionary’s Changes Reflect the World’s View on LGBTQ People
(B) Online Dictionary Spends Millions Changing Its Website
(C) People are Protesting Changes to Dictionary.com
(D) Online Dictionary Makes Huge Changes to Its Entries
C 39. Which of the following statements is NOT true?
(A) The term “gay” is now considered better
to describe LGBTQ people than the term “homosexual.”
(B) Dictionary.com will now capitalize Black in reference to the racial identity.
(C) Dictionary.com’s monthly users increased from 70 million to 650 million.
70 refers to the number of the users; 650 is related to the newly-added entries on Dictionary.com.
(D) The way “addict” is defined on Dictionary.com has changed.
B 40. What might be the reason for Dictionary.com changing the phrase “commit suicide” to
“die by suicide”?
(A) It describes suicide as a type of murder.
(B) It makes the phrase sound less like a crime.
(C) It makes the word “suicide” easier to understand.
(D) It gives an idea of the way a person used to end their life.
C 41. Which of the following is similar to the example of
“Acronym” given in paragraph 4?
(A) “St” for saint.
(B) “No. 1” for Number 1.
(C) “WHO” for World Health Organization. (每個單字字頭的縮寫字)
(D) “dept” for department.
第二部分：非選擇題（第 I 到第 III 題，每題6分，18分）
I. 填充
1. 這個主題與你有關，所以你應該在會議多留一會。
This t ① concerns you, so you should stay around for the m ② .
topic/issue/theme/subject
meeting/convention/conference
① topic ② meeting
II. 句子重組
2. dessert after a meal / feeling well / but today / I typically enjoy / my stomach isn’t
I typically enjoy dessert after a meal, but today my stomach isn’t feeling well.
III. 中譯英
3. 昨天我聽到麥特（Matt）在他的房間彈吉他。
I heard Matt playing/play the guitar in his room yesterday.
Yesterday, I heard Matt playing/play the guitar in his room.
