彰化縣私立精誠中學 108 學年度第二學期第一次段考 高一英文科試題
I. Vocabulary (15%)
( ) 1. She gazed in at his broad, muscular shoulders. He must have worked out for a long period of time.
(A) argument (B) admiration (C) announcement (D) assurance ( ) 2. Mr. Chen Shih-chung’s to the epidemic prevention has greatly gained the
respect of people around the globe.
(A) description (B) declaration (C) dedication (D) departure ( ) 3. Recent researches suggest that coronavirus thrives in cold, dry . Higher
temperatures affect its survival.
(A) conditions (B) curiosity (C) confusion (D) comparisons
( ) 4. Mr. Su Tseng-chang has purchasing masks online. In that case, people don’t have to queue up in front of certain pharmacies.
(A) afforded (B) struggled (C) indicated (D) proposed
( ) 5. His daily activities are by the government after his trip to Europe. He is asked to self-quarantine at home.
(A) restricted (B) challenged (C) distracted (D) remained ( ) 6. Detained in China, people fight for another flight back to Taiwan. (A) typically (B) hardly (C) accurately (D) desperately
( ) 7. China is now attempting to provide medical assistance and the export of masks to its international image.
(A) inform (B) blame (C) strengthen (D) injure
( ) 8. The male bird displays several characteristics which him from the female. (A) distinguish (B) delight (C) disagree (D) declare
( ) 9. While spending the weekend in this resort, guests were served lobsters and scallops every meal.
(A) normal (B) curious (C) luxurious (D) immediate
( ) 10. Trust is a fundamental in a successful marriage or a relationship. (A) ingredient (B) recipe (C) solution (D) affair
( ) 11. Most medical staff in Taiwan are busily in preventing the outbreak of the virous.
(A) combined (B) engaged (C) collapsed (D) functioned
( ) 12. This piece of china attracts many antique lovers’ attention since it portrays the lifestyle of ancient people in detail.
(A) desperate (B) emotional (C) exquisite (D) painful
( ) 13. As soon as the report shows positive in the test for the Covid-19, those who the virus will be sent to the isolation room to receive treatment.
(A) come down with (B) come up with (C) can’t help (D) carry through ( ) 14. Many experts are experiments on the effect and the impact of the vaccine,
hoping to hinder the spread of the illness.
(A) calling off (B) breaking up (C) cutting off (D) carrying out
( ) 15. He is a composer who is always inspired by the surroundings and creates a
pleasant melody afterward.
(A) in pain (B) by nature (C) used to (D) shown up
II. Grammar (5%)
( ) 16. He observed the chips by a colony of ants. They show a good example of teamwork.
(A) carrying (B) carry (C) to be carried (D) carried
( ) 17. After the US two nuclear weapons over Japan, Japan chose to announce surrender.
(A) was dropping (B) drops (C) had dropped (D) would drop ( ) 18. Which is grammatically correct?
(A) During the outbreak of the virus, people would rather stay home than going out. (B) You had better not staying up so late at night, or you’ll be drowsy in the morning. (C) How dare you asking him such a silly question?
(D) The copy machine needs repairing, so teachers can copy their handouts. ( ) 19. Which is grammatically correct?
(A) Because distraction from the study, the student failed the exam again. (B) He is as stubborn as a mule. No one can change his mind.
(C) Switzerland has as many confirmed cases of the virus as Japan has.
(D) Despite the government has issued travel alert for several European countries, he still insists on visiting there.
( ) 20. Which is grammatically correct?
(A) You ought to have completed your assignment last night, but you didn’t.
(B) I’m concerned about whether will the president show up at the conference or not. (C) It was predicted that it has been raining for two weeks.
(D) She has trouble to memorize all the lines of her part.
III. Cloze (10%)
I.
“We’ve now reached an altitude of 30 thousand feet and will offer breakfast soon. I must warn you that you might not be used to 21 our in-flight meals,” the captain announces. Research has shown that it’s not the airlines’ fault. For a start, your tongue doesn’t function the same up in the air. Similarly, your nose, 22 helps you detect different tastes, becomes 23 blocked that it doesn’t operate well high in the sky. Even your ears can affect how much you enjoy your meal. Of course, airlines have figured out some solutions to the problem, like providing passengers with a nasal spray to clear their stuffy noses or adding some flavoring to the dishes that 24 during flights. “We’ll soon be landing. We look forward to 25 you again soon.”
( ) 21. (A) eat (B) eating (C) being eaten (D) eaten ( ) 22. (A) what (B) that (C) X (D) which
( ) 23. (A) so (B) such (C) too (D) enough
( ) 24. (A) served (B) serve (C) serving (D) are served ( ) 25. (A) see (B) seen (C) seeing (D) have seen II.
Years of training and devotion have brought Derek Redmond to this moment. He has his heart 26 on winning a gold medal. Four years ago, he 27 to miss the race as a result of an injury, but now this is his moment. He is eager for success. He races ahead of 28 , and the medal feels closer with every step. All of a sudden, his right hamstring is completely torn. The pain is intolerant, so he grabs his powerless limb in horror. All eyes in the crowd are on him, 29 him collapse to the ground in pain. 30 starting off strong, he has lost both the race and his dream.
( ) 26. (A) setting (B) set (C) to set (D) be set
( ) 27. (A) forced (B) had forced (C) was forcing (D) was forced ( ) 28. (A) the others (B) others (C) another (D) other
( ) 29. (A) watch (B) to watch (C) watching (D) watched ( ) 30. (A) Despite (B) Even though (C) Due to (D) As
IV. Fill in the blanks (10%)
(A) returned (B) depart (C) declare (D) engaged (E) satisfied (AB) appointments (AC) had (AD) switched (AE) accidentally (BC) socialite
Old Anthony Rockwall was a successful millionaire who believed money could solve any problem. His son, Richard, however, disagreed. He told his father that money couldn’t buy time. He was in love with Miss Lantry but had 31 no chance to confess his feelings. Miss Lantry was a popular 32 , so every moment of hers was full of 33 . What’s more, she was going to 34 for Europe in two days and would stay there for two years. The only time Richard and she could be alone was when the two would take a cab together to the theater the next evening. Yet, it was hardly enough time for him to 35 his love.
That night, Anthony talked about the matter with his sister, Ellen. The next day, Aunt Ellen gave Richard a ring which brought good fortune in love. Richard put the ring in his vest pocket and went to meet Miss Lantry. As they were on their way to the theater, he dropped the right 36 . He got out the cab to look for it. When he 37 with the ring, they got stuck in a traffic jam. As they waited the road to clear, Miss Lantry 38 her attention to the ring… Later that evening, they were 39 . The next day, a man showed up at Anthony’s place. The millionaire gave the man a check, 40 with himself for having proven that money could buy time. However, was it money or the ring that brought love?
V. Structure (5%)
(A) Her solution to this daily struggle was to ask for some snacks and tea at 4 p.m.
(B) After the Industrial Revolution, however, laborers were working longer hours in factories.
(C) On account of this, her idea soon spread thorough British high society. (D) This was an energy-packed meal with foods that were as filling as possible. (E) It doesn’t matter whether you’re a big tea drinker or not.
Few would disagree that sipping hot tea in the late afternoon is one of life’s great pleasures. 41 You certainly have heard of this delightful British custom. Some believe that the English duchess Anna Russell started this pleasant pastime in the mid-1800s. At the time, members of upper class tended to have a light lunch and late dinner. However, she found it difficult to tolerate the hunger. 42 She later started inviting friends over for the affair. 43 Hosts at these engagements served high-quality teas and snacks on low tables. This explains why it is called “low tea,” which is clearly characteristic of British high culture.
High tea, by comparison, functioned as one of the main meals during the day for the working class in northern England. In the 17th and early 18th centuries, people mostly worked
in agriculture and ate their biggest meal at lunchtime. This was followed by a light supper in the evening. 44 Hence, eating a big lunch became not so convenient. When they got off work, they were starving. One would therefore often see workers having high tea immediately after work, usually between 5 and 7 p.m. 45 Strong black tea was served in ordinary teapots, and diners were seated on high-backed chairs at the dining table, which inspired the term “high tea.”
VI. Reading comprehension (28%)
I.About 3 years ago, I came up with a goal that would shape my life in ways I never thought possible: I decided that I was going to run a Marathon. At first, the task seemed extremely daunting, and then completely impossible. However, my life changed in ways that I never imagined.
I still remembered back to my old ways of thinking about running: Running by itself isn’t fun, but when you’re playing a sport, that makes it fun. While my views have changed since these days, I nevertheless decided to take up a sport or two to help augment my training. I saw it as a way to not only gain more endurance, speed, coordination, and strength but also have some fun and connect with friends.
Furthermore, I quickly realized that drinking and running really don’t mix. It’s kind of hard to wake up for an early Sunday morning distance run when you’re hungover from the night before. In addition, after doing some research, I found that drinking alcohol reduced your body's ability to recover from an intense run and your body's ability to build muscle. So it became less appealing and I slowly phased drinking out of my way of life. Unfortunately, making running a part of my life had its drawbacks. I fell out of touch with certain friends. My drinking buddies, for instance, started to miss me when I wasn’t able to make it out to the bar because I had a training run or a race the next morning.
The more I ran, the more I talked about it with my friends and the more my friends associated me with it. It wasn’t long before I was known in some circles as a runner. Along with this, I’ve been able to inspire others to start making healthy decisions for themselves
whether that be from a physical or from a mental perspective. Running is not a hobby; it is a lifestyle.
( ) 46. What would be the most suitable title for this article? (A) Some Myths About Running That You Shouldn’t Believe (B) Want to Reduce Stress? Go for a Run
(C) Here Are some Absolutely True Facts About Running (D) How My Life Changed When I Set Out to Run a Marathon ( ) 47. What is the author’s attitude toward running?
(A) It is an outlet for people’s energy or pressure. (B) It’s a form of exercise that helps strengthen muscle. (C) It is a part of the author’s identity.
(D) It’s a common sports event around the globe.
( ) 48. According to the article, which statement is correct? (A) There are no disadvantages of running.
(B) It has been the way the author inspires people around him. (C) Running hasn’t changed the author’s diet.
(D) Without sports, running itself is bland for the author now.
( ) 49. What isn’t one of the benefits of running the author mentions in the article? (A) He starts to play more sports to enhance his training.
(B) He starts drinking less alcohol compared with before. (C) He makes more friends in his social life.
(D) He encourages others to lead a healthier life. II.
The great Greek goddess of love and beauty, Aphrodite, was a jealous goddess. When her son Cupid found a human, Psyche, to love—one whose beauty rivaled hers—Aphrodite did all in her power to thwart the marriage. She sent a plague and let it be known that the only way the land could get back to normal was to sacrifice Psyche. The king, who was Psyche's father, tied Psyche up and left her to her death at the hands of some presumed fearsome monster. It was Aphrodite's son Cupid who released and married the princess. Unfortunately for the young couple, Cupid and Psyche, Aphrodite was not the only one trying to foul things up. Psyche had two sisters who were as jealous as Aphrodite. They urged Psyche to pry into the area of his life that Psyche's husband kept hidden from her. Cupid was a god, and, as beautiful as he was, he did not want his mortal wife to see his form. Psyche's sister preyed on her insecurities and persuaded Psyche that her husband was a hideous monster. Psyche decided to satisfy the girls' curiosity, and so one night, she used a candle to look at her sleeping husband. Cupid's divine form was exquisite, and Psyche stood there transfixed, staring at her husband with her candle melting. A bit of wax dripped on her husband. Her abruptly awakened, irate, disobeyed, injured husband-god flew away.
Psyche couldn't go along with the separation. She implored her mother-in-law to give her another chance. Aphrodite agreed, but there were conditions. She devised four tasks, each task more exacting than the last. Psyche passed the first three challenges, but the last
task was too much for her. It was to bring back the underworld beauty cream. The temptation was too great to make herself more beautiful—to use the cream she procured. Thus, Psyche retrieved the box successfully, but then she opened it and fell into a deathlike sleep, as Aphrodite had secretly predicted.
( ) 50. Why did Cupid choose to desert Psyche in the end? (A) Because Psyche betrayed him by breaking their promise. (B) Because Psyche plotted to murder him.
(C) Because Psyche loved herself more than she loved him. (D) Because his mom disapproved of their marriage.
( ) 51. Where can you find this article?
(A) A paper talking about the beauty in the world (B) A storybook about marriage
(C) A book about the myth of Greek gods
(D) A magazine discussing how to beautify oneself
( ) 52. Based on the passages, which following statement is correct? (A) Because of the failure, Psyche departed from the human world. (B) The relationship between Cupid and Psyche was blessed.
(C) Out of curiosity, Psyche did something that resulted in Cupid’s departure. (D) The final result of Psyche’s trail was unexpected for Aphrodite.
( ) 53. Why was the fourth task too much for Psyche?
(A) It was a mission impossible, for she might have to risk her life. (B) She would have to resist the temptation.
(C) She got worn out after the previous challenges.
(D) To obtain the cream, she had to go to the underworld. III.
There are 3 ways to improve your in-flight meal experience. First, lower your expectations. I know this sounds harsh, but I’m quite serious here. If you come on board expecting restaurant-quality meals, the reality is that you’re going to be disappointed. That’s not something we’re physically capable of offering. We’re reheating meals that were prepared on the ground. Thus, their quality isn’t on a par with what you expect. We’ll still do our best to make the presentation palatable. Board the airplane with lower expectations however, and we might be able to pleasantly surprise you. Second, try new things. When you turn your nose up at one of the limited items we have available, that further decreases your options and sets you up for disappointment. Why not take the opportunity to try something new? I know, the quality won’t be the best, but just think — if you like it on a plane, imagine how much better it will be when you have it on the ground! Also, keep in mind; you might find that something you’ve tried before and found to be distasteful on the ground is rather yummy up in the air, so give it a try! Lastly, be realistic. We will of course do whatever we can to make your in-flight culinary experience the best possible. Yet, remember that we are working with limited resources. If I offer you chicken or beef, and you say, “but I’d really just like fish, or maybe some pasta,” then you’re putting me in an awkward position. However, so
many passengers expect all the variety of a fully stocked convenience store. I only have so many things on board. I can’t manufacture things out of thin air. If you have specific dietary needs or particular taste, bring your own food.
( ) 54. Who the addresser and the addressees might be? (A) A captain is announcing something to the passengers.
(B) The passengers are complaining to the staff about the in-flight meal. (C) The ground crew are recommending diners some savory meals. (D) A flight attendant is providing some suggestions to the passengers. ( ) 55. What situation is not given a reason to further illustrate?
(A) Why are you going to be down if you have higher expectations on the meal? (B) Why can’t the speaker satisfy each of your requests?
(C) Why do your taste buds change drastically at altitude?
(D) Why is the quality of the food in the air lower than that on the ground? ( ) 56. What method is not mentioned in the article?
(A) Look forward to cuisine on the plane. (B) Board with the meal prepared in advance. (C) Face the music and be practical.
(D) Be open to new choices on the menu. IV.
Read on below to ensure you are fully equipped when enjoying Afternoon Tea at one of our many venues, but remember it is usually a matter of personal taste and preference. First, most venues have a relaxed 'smart casual' dress code these days, so there is no need for men to wear a jacket and tie unless otherwise specified - trousers or smart jeans, collared shirt and clean, un-scuffed shoes are acceptable. No sportswear or trainers (sneakers). For the ladies it's the perfect excuse to get dressed up! Second, you must remember to stir correctly! Place your spoon in a 6 o'clock position in the cup and fold the tea towards the 12 o'clock position whilst making sure not to 'clink' the spoon against the sides of the cup. You must also remember not to leave the spoon in the cup, instead placing it on the saucer to the side of the cup. As for the brewing time, it depends on your own taste and the type of tea. Yet, the longer you brew the tea the higher the level of antioxidants called flavonoids, which research has shown to have many health benefits. We would recommend three to six minutes of brewing time, no longer, so as to avoid damaging the flavour of the tea.
What’s more, there are hundreds of different varieties of tea and each particular tea suits certain tastes, accompaniments and brewing times, however we would always stress the use of loose leaf tea when crafting your perfect Afternoon Tea, so as to obtain the finest experience possible. Tea bags and the popular brands of tea certainly have their place, but the use of a speciality loose leaf tea not only enhances the flavour, as well as the overall experience of taking Afternoon Tea. There is a common misconception. That is, outstretching one's little finger aids the balance of the cup when taking a sip of tea; this is almost certainly not the case and is not only pointless, but slightly silly. We wouldn't recommend grasping the cup in the palm of your hand, but there is no need to stick a pinkie out. It has rapidly become
one of Afternoon Teas most common faux pas.
Despite all of the quaint practices associated with the experience, the important thing to remember is that Afternoon Tea is meant to be fun, and you can't let the etiquette get too much in the way of your own personal enjoyment.
( ) 57. What opinion of the afternoon tea does the author hold? (A) There is lots of etiquette that people need to obey while enjoy it.
(B) The experience might vary from person to person. Yet, it’s still a pleasure for people.
(C) Most people have proper conception and manners of it.
(D) He strongly recommends using tea bags to enhance the flavor.
Based on the above article, list at least two principles of etiquette of taking Afternoon Tea: 58. (1) (2 分 ) 59. (2) (2 分 )
