彰化縣精誠中學 108 學年度第一學期 高二英文 第一次月考 I. 文意字彙 (一題一分)，共 14 分
1. Shawn is a man of . All the things he says or does reflect his true opinions and beliefs.
(A) pressure (B) identification (C) robbery (D) sincerity 2. Allen had no for the murderers. In fact, he thought that they deserved the cruel
punishments they received.
(A) file (B) sympathy (C) account (D) budget
3. Mr. Cashman’s top is to land a steady job. Otherwise, he won’t be able to support his family.
(A) priority (B) defeat (C) statistics (D) definition
4. Peter was by the thought that the drowning kid might have been rescued if he had jumped into the water sooner.
(A) deleted (B) motivated (C) erased (D) tortured
5. These eye drops will the eyes for a short while. You won’t be able to see things clearly for about ten minutes after using these drops.
(A) alert (B) blur (C) flirt (D) stir
6. Bart wants to find a job through an employment . He goes there from time to time, hoping to have a job soon.
(A) agency (B) trunk (C) gallery (D) flurry
7. That girl thinks of herself as the smartest and the prettiest student in her class. However, we don’t think so.
(A) elegant (B) arrogant (C) fragrant (D) hydrant
8. Upon learning that she would get a pay raise soon, Ms. Orwell smiled and had a feeling of .
(A) whisper (B) comment (C) contentment (D) odds
9. Many students find it hard to focus on their studies when holidays are .
(A) approaching (B) battered (C) demanding (D) yawning 10. Flora the other students in her class into giving her their money. If anyone refused,
she would beat that student up.
(A) rewarded (B) slid (C) bullied (D) drifted
11. Having conversations with other people is necessary for language .
(A) acquisition (B) switch (C) atmosphere (D) pressure 12. Studies show that there is a direct between criminal tendencies and violent video
games. Therefore, children shouldn’t be exposed to them too often.
(A) background (B) counsel (C) correspondence (D) amusement 13. Research suggests that people with outgoing personalities tend to be more , often
expecting that good things will happen.
(A) remarkable (B) efficient (C) optimistic (D) nasty
14. The journalist interviewed many people and wrote a book about the details of the plane crash, trying to uncover the mystery.
(A) mild (B) predictable (C) persistent (D) carefree
II. 文法 (一題一分)，共 8 分
15. It is foolish ____ him _____ such a silly mistake again and again.
(A) for, make (B) for, making (C) of, making (D) of, to make 16. It’s too dangerous _____ alone in the park after dark.
(A) for her walk (B) for her to walk (C) of her walking (D) of her to walk 17. The teacher wanted the cleaning duties ____ before the class started.
(A) being done (B) to do (C) doing (D) to be done
18. The student thinks ____ movies to learn English.
(A) it effective by watching (B) effective watching (C) it effective to watch (D) effective to watch
19. To memorize rules ____ helpful, but good studying habits ____ even more important in learning math.
(A) is, is (B) is, are (C) are, is (D) are, are
20. Could you tell me _____?
(A) when to start (B) whom to see her (C) where to put (D) what to do it 21. He is so sorry _____ you the other day.
(A) to anger (B) angering (C) to have angered (D) not to have angered 22. The teacher tried to explain it again to make us ____ the difficult sentence.
(A) to understand (B) understood (C) understand (D) understanding III. 片語 (請忽略大小寫、動詞三態變化，每個答案只能用一次，一題一分)，共 9 分 A. go ahead B. go for C. go through D. go to great lengths E. grow out of
AB. happen to AC. hold on AD. hold up AE. hollow out
23. Lisa tried her best to the world champion in the solo-skating. 24. If you a little longer, you will succeed.
25. The man has untold misery since his wife died.
26. Mary used to be shy but seems to have it. She is very outgoing now. 27. Even though it is scorching hot, the carnival will .
28. For the first date, you may choose to go to the movies. However, if the movie be awful, it might create a negative mood the whole date.
29. The government must to stop the crazy scientist from doing the experiment in case the World War III should happen.
30. You can a pumpkin and make a jack-o’-lantern.
31. Mark is overweight, and I am afraid that the ladder can’t his weight. IV. 課文綜合測驗 (一題一分)，共 26 分
(A)
What do you do when you try to contact a friend you have 32 ? In the past, people had difficulty solving this problem. It seemed that they could only ask mutual friends for help 33 . However, this is no longer a problem today. Online communities play a crucial role in making this happen. All we need to do 34 in the names of our friends on the computer.
Many may wonder 35 resulted in such dramatic change. The answer 36 the rapid development of the online communities. People 37 online communities are called netizens. They make friends on the Internet 38 they also download and upload files. However, these netizens leave some information on the Internet, and these clues on the Internet become the source of human flesh search engines. For instance, one man mistreated a dog in the dead of night. While the dog was suffering, the man did nothing but laugh loudly. In just 18 hours, some furious netizens 39 the cruel man. He was forced to 40 for his behavior and promised such things would never happen again.
As netizens make every effort to bring bad guys to justice, they should also be careful. They should use the Internet to make this world a better place 41 a worse one.
32. (A) had your eye (B) raged on (C) lost touch with (D) pulled up
33. (A) to waste much time (B) they spent a lot of time (C) , and that spent much time and effort (D) , which often took ages
34. (A) is type (B) are type (C) is typing (D) are typing
35. (A) how (B) what (C) however (D) whatever
36. (A) lies in (B) rolls down (C) hits home (D) ends up 37. (A) who are getting to (B) taken part in (C) deeply involved in (D) joining
38. (A) which (B) whatever (C) whom (D) where
39. (A) engaged in (B) carried out (C) tracked down (D) reported it to
40. (A) apologize (B) commit (C) howl (D) regret
41. (A) as well as (B) in spite of (C) aside from (D) rather than (B)
As a high school teacher, I find that some students cannot perform well at school simply because they develop the habit of procrastination. Actually, students nowadays need to 42 those in the past. What is worse, they tend to 43 their assignments. They always burn the midnight oil before a paper 44 . Besides, they don’t study for the tests until the night before. As a result, they 45 themselves 45 in loads of unfinished work and get poor grades on tests. Over time, they fall further and further behind with their studies.
The following suggestions may be useful for those who want to improve the situation. First of all, good time management is a(n) 46 skill that everyone should master. Students need to make a list of everything that they are required to finish by the end of the week. Then, they are asked to arrange a schedule that allows enough time for their tasks. Once these students master the skill of time management, they begin to perform better at school. They will be 47 the deadlines for their schoolwork. Second, students need to know the
importance of not being a perfectionist. Some students often worry that their work will never be 48 it should be. In fact, they have to 49 various goals assigned at school within a limited time. Therefore, they must tolerate some minor flaws in their assignments in case they complete nothing in the end. Last but not least, students must realize that not every subject is interesting. The more advanced a subject is, the more boring it might be. If they want to perform well in every subject, they should try their best to 50 every task.
42. (A) read twice many books than (B) study half as many as subjects than (C) do twice as much homework as (D) cram less twice information than 43. (A) put off completing (B) delay finishing in (C) avoid to hand in (D)
turn out giving
44. (A) is due (B) near the deadline (C) ends (D) is dim
45. (A) feel/ suffer (B) notice/ overwhelming (C) find/ trapped (D) keep/ stranding 46. (A) sufficient (B) practical (C) capable (D) adequate 47. (A) conscious of taking (B) capable of meeting (C) able to have (D) aware of taking 48. (A) as good as (B) superior than (C) worse than (D) inferior to 49. 選錯 (A) take (B) accomplish (C) attain (D) reach
50. (A) concentrate on (B) think twice about (C) achieve in (D) fuel general anger in (C)
Do you find first dates stressful? Are you worried about too many “what-ifs”? The following are some tips that may help your first dates get off to a good start.
1. Have the Right Attitude
Don’t take it too seriously. 51 dating as simply an opportunity to get to know a person of the opposite sex. As long as you relax, you can enjoy the date. If you are too tense, you will be less likely to make a good impression. However, it’s not a good idea to 52 care at all, since this may make your date question your sincerity.
2. Choose the Right Place
The usual “dinner and movie” date is 53 the best choice; it’s safe but not impressive. A cinema will only make your eyes 54 the screen. Find places that will make conversation easy and create unforgettable memories.
3. Let Your Partner do Most of the Talking
During a date, the worst thing to do is to just talk about yourself all the time. If you make this mistake, you may 55 as either arrogant or selfish. Try to keep the conversation lively by focusing it on your partner and be a 56 listener. This will also make your date feel respected. 4. Talk about the Right Things
Don’t talk only about typical topics such as school and family. Rather, try to find a topic that you two 57 . In addition, questions requiring a little thinking or leading to interesting answers are more desirable. Finally, don’t mention your ex, if you have one. Otherwise, your date may think you are not ready for a new relationship.
Keep these tips in mind and good luck with your first date!
51. (A) Believe in (B) Think of (C) Make sure of (D) Put up with 52. (A) not pretend to (B) pretend not (C) pretend not to (D) pretend don’t 53. (A) not always (B) after all (C) in fact (D) on the whole 54. (A) stuck to (B) indulging in (C) looking into (D) glued to 55. (A) look up (B) come across (C) refer to (D) make sense 56. (A) mutual (B) confident (C) sympathetic (D) humorous 57. (A) have an effect on (B) have nothing in common (C) have difficulty
V. 文意選填 (每個答案只能用一次，一題一分)，共 8 分
Sleep is very important to humans; the average person spends 220,000 hours of a lifetime sleeping. Most people, 58 speaking, need from 7 to 8 hours of sleep a night, but this might 59 with individuals. Babies sleep 18 hours, and old people need less sleep than younger people. If someone 60 sleeps longer than normal for no 61 reason, there may be something physically or psychologically wrong.
There are lots of jokes about snoring, but it isn’t really funny. People snore because they have 62 breathing while they are asleep. Some snorers have a 63 called sleep apnea. They stop breathing up to 30 or 40 times an hour because the throat muscles relax too much and 64 the airway. Then they breathe in some air and start snoring. This is a dangerous condition because if the brain is without oxygen for 4 minutes, there will be 65 brain damage. Sleep apnea can also cause irregular heartbeats, a general lack of energy, and high blood pressure.
(A) vary (B) permanent (C) continually (D) block (E) condition (AB) apparent (AC) roughly (AD) trouble
VI. 閱讀測驗 (一題一分)，共 12 分 (A)
Do you often get itchy feet? If so, you may have a case of athlete’s foot. This common skin disease affects about 15 percent of the global population, and about one in five adults. It’s not life- threatening, but it’s certainly annoying, and while it’s pretty easy to catch, it’s hard to get rid of.
Athlete’s foot is caused by a number of fungi. They are contagious, and are transmitted by contact. In most cases, people get athlete’s foot from shared areas where they go barefoot, such as bathrooms, swimming pools, changing rooms, and the like. The fungi can also infect towels, socks, and shoes, meaning these have to be treated to stop the problem from coming back. The reason the feet are usually infected is that the fungi can only survive in warm, moist areas. Your feet are often insulated by socks and shoes, which makes them sweaty and thus the perfect place for fungi.
To prevent infection, you can keep your feet dry, wear socks that allow them to breathe, and avoid tight shoes. It’s also a good idea to wear sandals while walking through the
communal areas mentioned above. The fungi can also be killed using bleach.
Once an infection sets in, it can be removed by several creams and other medicines. However, getting rid of athlete’s foot is a long process. If you get it, make sure you treat all your socks and shoes as well, otherwise the fungi will survive and come back to haunt you. In severe cases, doctors can prescribe stronger medication that usually comes in tablet form.
With athlete’s foot, the best thing to do is take steps to prevent infection. Following the steps above will make sure you never have to deal with this troublesome problem.
66. What is the passage mainly about?
(A) A rare disorder. (B) A common injury. (C) A skin problem.
(D) A severe epidemic.
67. What is mentioned about the fungi that cause athlete’s foot?
(A) They prosper in humid environments. (B) They can be killed by vinegar. (C) They can spread from people to animals. (D) They are quite easy to eliminate. 68. According to the passage, how can one avoid getting athlete’s foot?
(A) By wearing tight socks. (B) By keeping the feet warm.
(C) By using cotton towels. (D) By wearing shoes in shared areas. 69. What does the writer remind readers to do when treating athlete’s foot?
(A) Wash their socks daily. (B) Avoid using bleach directly on feet. (C) Apply medicine several times a day. (D) Treat their footgear as well. (B)
It is estimated that 24,000 people around the world are struck by lightning every year. Luckily, most hits are indirect. However, around ten percent prove to be fatal. Many of those that aren’t still leave lasting damage. For Tony Cicoria, however, a lightning strike left him with a song in his head that he needed to get out.
Back in 1994, Cicoria, a surgeon, was using a payphone during a storm. He heard thunder in the distance, and suddenly a blinding flash of light came out of the phone. He was flung backward out of the phone booth. Luckily, a woman standing nearby gave him CPR to bring him around. Cicoria was unhurt, and nothing sinister showed up on his brain scan. Yet
something had changed about him, because he kept hearing a melody that he had never heard before. Try as he might, he could not stop hearing it.
Cicoria believed that the only way to get the song out was to learn how to play it. He spent the next 12 years learning how to play the piano. He called the piece of music “The Lightning Sonata,” and went on to play it in the Mozart House in Vienna. Doctors have not been able to explain exactly why the lightning strike had this effect, so it has to be deemed one of life’s little mysteries.
70. What is the best title for the passage? (A) The Effects of Lightning Strikes on People
(B) The Amazing Story Behind “The Lightning Sonata” (C) Tony Cicoria: The Lightning Chaser
(D) Lightning: The Deadly Natural Phenomenon
71. What is said about people who experience lightning strikes? (A) About one in ten people will die.
(B) Most of them gain amazing abilities. (C) Very few suffer permanent damage. (D) The number has dropped in recent years.
72. What happened to Tony Cicoria after he was struck by lightning? (A) He became interested in playing the violin.
(C) He kept hearing someone call his name. (D) He couldn’t get rid of a song stuck in his head.
73. Which of the following statements is TRUE about Tony Cicoria? (A) He was struck by lightning several times.
(B) He can now play a musical instrument. (C) He has composed many famous songs. (D) He is a doctor specializing in brain injuries. (C)
Traveling to a far-off destination is usually a great experience. However, packing is never a pleasure. To make sure you’re prepared for your next vacation, follow these packing tips.
Although you might have an urge to look your best while abroad, you don’t need to bring every item in your wardrobe. Over-packing is a big problem, as not only might you shove unnecessary items in your luggage, but you may even reduce the amount of space you could use to bring back souvenirs. Real necessities include underwear and socks for every day of the vacation. Instead of packing one pair of pants for each day, pack one for every two days. Also be sure to wear the same outfit to your destination and back. As for shoes, two pairs are sufficient. Take a set of walking shoes and, depending on the location, either dress shoes or sandals.
Putting your outfits in a suitcase can be a bit of a task. To maximize space, first put all your socks inside your shoes; then pack these at the bottom of your suitcase. Roll items that won’t wrinkle such as jeans and cotton shirts. Dress shirts should be folded, though. Take your rolled clothes and place them next to the shoes. Then place all folded clothes on top. If you have any open spaces, store your underwear and belts in them. Close and you’re ready to go.
If you follow these tips, you’ll be able to focus on the vacation instead of stressing out about preparation.
74. What is the purpose of the passage?
(A) To advise on what to prepare for a camping trip. (B) To teach people how to pack smartly for a trip. (C) To explore what causes people to overpack. (D) To give tips on how to pack and unpack quickly.
75. According to the passage, what should you bring if you’re going on a four-day business trip?
(A) Two pieces of underwear. (B) Two pairs of pants.
(C) Three pairs of socks. (D) A pair of walking shoes and sandals. 76. According to the passage, how can one make the most of one’s suitcase space?
(A) By folding every clothing item neatly.
(B) By rolling pants and shirts that wrinkle easily.
(C) By storing jeans and belts in open spaces. (D) By putting all the socks in the shoes.
77. According to the passage, what is the right way to organize items in your suitcase (from the bottom to the top)?
(A) Folded clothes → rolled clothes → shoes. (B) Rolled clothes → folded clothes and shoes. (C) Shoes → folded clothes → rolled clothes. (D) Shoes and rolled clothes → folded clothes. VII. 翻譯 (請書寫於答案卷上，一題兩分)，共 8 分
78. 如果你們兩個沒有任何共同之處，你們可能不會有穩定的關係。
79. 不論誰看到 Henry 都會記得他燦爛的微笑。
80. Jenny 認為這名美國的模特兒比任何在台灣的女模特兒更有吸引力。
