B1L9-10 & 4U 1-4 Class: No: Name:
I. Multiple choice: 1%
1. I was ______ going to live in Hong Kong, but I moved to Tokyo instead.
(A) barely (B) originally (C)fairly (D) leisurely 2. This letter is ______ to someone who doesn’t live here anymore.
(A) argued (B) experienced (C)majored (D) addressed 3. Adults have many ______, including taking care of other people.
(A) responsibilities (B) nationalities (C)personalities (D) equalities
4. It’s hard to live in desert ______ because there is little food and water.
(A) conditions (B) discussions (C)positions (D) divisions
5. The arrival of Europeans to the Americas had ______ effects on the people there.
(A) freezing (B) frozen (C)profound (D)parental
6. ISIS is a group formed by violent _____, who not only invades surrounding countries
but also kill a lot of innocent people with a view to build an Islamic State.
(A) convicts (B) rebels (C) athletes (D) siblings
7. More than two thousands of people took to street to demonstrate their anger for the
contaminated food and thus asked the government to take ______ action to stop the
food scare, such as sentencing those involved life imprisonment.
(A) radical (B)blessing (C) pregnant (D) cuddly
8. Everyone on the baseball has received harsh training but none of them ever complained because all of them _____ to win the championship to grace their country.
(A) tend (B) intend (C) aspire (D) reject
9. Sweat dripped along Barry’s forehead as he was in the _____ of his boss, who was known for his strictness. That’s why Barry felt uneasy and nervous when seeing him.
(A) location (B) focus (C) reach (D) presence
10. To be a flight attendant with a smart pay, thousands of applicants are ____ for the 100 openings offered by the airline.
(A) inspired (B) unique (C) reacted (D) keen
II. Cloze: 1%
(A) How do people deal with the unknown? According to research, superstition __1__ fear. For example, Westerners are used to __2__ that devils might enter one’s body when one sneezes. Therefore, they would say, “Bless you,” when someone around them sneezes.
When a woman is getting married, she will invite her sisters and close friends to be her bridesmaids. Bridesmaids are typically young women of marriageable age.
__3__ they have to do is to take part in the wedding and assist the bride on the wedding day. The __4__ of the superstition dates back to Roman times. It was believed that evil spirits would attend the wedding and did something bad to hurt the bride. __5__, bridesmaids were asked to fool the unwelcome visitors by dressing the same as the bride. The superstition is so well-known __6__ most people choose to do as most people do. Many other customs have a lot to do with weddings, and traditions of wedding and marriage __7__ from culture to culture.
With the change of time, some superstitions remain __8__ because people hope to have a chance to control their own life. Although predicting the future is
impossible, people find comfort __9__ following customs. This is why most of the superstitions can be passed on to the younger generations.
1. (A) takes the place of (B) grows out of (C) makes peace with (D) takes part in
2. (A) believing (B) believe (C) believed (D) be believed 3. (A) As (B) That (C)All (D) Whether
4. (A) petition (B)usage (C) tendency (D) practice 5. (A) As a consequence (B) In fact (C) By contrast (D) Instead 6. (A) and (B) since (C) that (D) why
7 . (A) spur (B)oppose (C) react (D) vary
8 . (A) changing (B) changed (C) unchanging (D) unchanged 9. (A) on (B) at (C) in (D) of
(B) We were taught the importance of being honest when we were kids. That is why parents tell their children the story of Pinocchio. In another story, the boy 1 wolf lost both his sheep and the trust of his fellow villagers. 2 we understand
that honesty is the best policy, many of us still lie. When we make mistakes, some of us are not 3 enough to handle it. Some students lie to their teachers about unfinished homework when 4 , they did not do it. They choose to lie because they want to save face. Besides, when people want to get out of situations that they cannot manage, they tell lies to avoid difficulties. A boy who was caught __5__ on a test might not say what made him do so. This is because he failed to deal with the anger he might face. What’s more, white lies are 6 bad 6 wrong since it depends on different perspectives. Another type of lie is told to __7 ourselves out of dangerous situations. Many parents even tell their children to tell this type of lie in certain situations. People lie 8 many different reasons. Before we lie, it is important that we think carefully because we don’t want to lose others’ trust.
1. (A)who cried (B) cried (C) that crying (D) to cry 2. (A) Since (B) When (C) If (D) While
3. (A) consequent (B) courageous (C) virtuous (D) recent 4. (A) in addition (B) however (C) therefore (D) in fact 5. (A) cheated (B)cheating (C) cheat (D) to cheat 6. (A) either; or (B) x; but (C) not; or (D) both; and 7. (A) leave (B) keep (C) spare (D) make
8. (A) in (B) for (C) about (D) at
(C) Children around the world post letters to Santa Claus. They’re usually __1__ to the North Pole. However, they’ll have a much better chance of reaching Santa if they are sent to Rovaniemi in Lapland, northern Finland.
That’s where you’ll find the Santa Claus Village. In the village, you can visit the Santa Claus Post Office. From here you can send postcards to your family. __2__ is sent is marked with a special Santa Claus postmark. You can also arrange for gifts to arrive just in time for Christmas. You can even pay a call __3__ Santa Claus himself at his office. You’ll be able to meet and chat with Santa,__4__ take photos with him. However, be sure to only visit during his “office hours,” or you’ll __5__ not seeing him. Another great place to take photos in the village is at the Arctic Circle. This is a white line that marks __6__ the Arctic Circle begins. Many visitors enjoy standing on the line to take pictures and create wonderful memories of their time in Santa’s Village.
1. (A) resolved (B) scattered (C) addressed (D) headed 2. (A) Whatever (B) Whoever (C) Whichever (D) Wherever 3. (A) to (B) on (C) with (D) for
4. (A) besides (B) or (C) as well as (D) while
5. (A) be excited about (B) be eager to (C) be aware of (D) end up 6. (A) that (B) which (C) where (D) when
(D) Hello, everyone! Here are some surprising facts to add colors to your life. Grapes are considered as a wonderful fruit to__1__ thirst because of the abundant moisture. However, if you __2__ one in the microwave, what might happen? When water is heated, it begins to steam. As the temperature is getting higher, the air pressure will become greater __3__. When the pressure is too great, the grape will definitely explode. Jellyfish, a __4__
creature that kills tens of thousands of swimmer per year, will dry up in one hour when it was trapped ashore. With the __5_ body, a jellyfish will soon evaporate, leaving very little behind. Besides, the creature can feel pain __6__ because it lacks brains and hearts. This prevents it from feeling the way the__7__ of us do. As a proverb goes, “ Laughter is the best medicine.”
But what emotions are we experiencing while__8__? The answer is panic and anxiety, which are the same feelings as we __9__ things with panic. What’s more, the feeling is just the same as a bug crawls on you. Reading the above fun facts, do you feel your eyes wide open? Keep close __10__ of everything around you and you can have another awesome discovery.
1. (A) relieve (B) cure (C) improve (D) worsen 2. (A) toss (B) are tossing (C) tossed (D) will toss 3. (A) originally (B) accordingly (C) officially (D) truly 4. (A) dead (B) dying (C) died (D) deadly 5. (A) base-water (B) base-watered
(C) water-base (D) water-based
6. (A) in no way (B) as a result (C) to some degree (D) for some reason 7. (A) majority (B) minority (C) some (D) rest
8. (A) being tickled (B) tickled (C) to tickle (D) tickling 9. (A) call for (B) turn down (C) come upon (D) respond to 10. (A) illustration (B) observation (C) inspiration (D) passion
III. Passage completion: 1%
(A)
(A) survive (B) idle (C) birth (D) snowmobiles (E) wildlife (F) chasing (G) active (H) hide (I) coats (J) mating
Everyone knows Santa’s sled is pulled by reindeer. You can see reindeer and many more animals at the Ranua Wildlife Park nearby Santa Claus village. Winter is a great time to visit Ranua. For many animals, things go exciting in winter because it’s __1__ season. Wolves and lynxes, are very __2__ in their search for a mate. Meanwhile polar bears give __3__ in the winter, so there’s a good chance of seeing a cute, soft cub. Visitors can also learn how the animals in the park __4__ in Arctic conditions. For example, the Arctic fox’s fur turns white in winter, allowing the fox to __5__ from bigger animals while it hunts. Snowy owls also have thick __6__ to help them in the tough environment. In addition, there are many activities to enjoy in the park. Visitors can ride around on __7__ or reindeer-drawn sleds. Whether you’re having fun in Santa Claus Village or __8__ -watching at Ranua, Finland is a great place to spend the winter.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
(B)
(A) mission (B) civil (C) acquire (D)
conquered
(E) ground
(F) faith (G) support (H) inquire (I) engage (J) local The US military is once again entering a conflict in Iraq, but it’s getting some __1__ help. Five Arab countries—Jordan, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Bahrain, and Qatar—have promised _2__ in the fight against ISIS. The notorious group’s full name is the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria. ISIS is a Islamic militia that has used violence and terror to __3__ land and resources in Syria and Iraq. It is ambitious to form its own Islamic state. The US-led __4__ also includes the UK, France, Australia, Denmark, and Belgium. Most partners have agreed to battle ISIS in Iraq, and may __5__ the group in Syria as well. Syria and Iraq are both disturbed by ISIS but have continued to lose__6__ in the fight against it. Syria is in the midst of a __7__ war and Iraq has been slow to respond to ISIS attacks. As ISIS has __8__ many oil- rich territories, countries around the world are eager to see it defeated.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
IV. Discourse:1%
(A) A family's first baby is a wonderful blessing. He or she receives every bit of parental1 love possible. This child may feel like the center of the universe. Then, mom gets pregnant again, and things start to change. More and more focus is put on the next baby. __1__ Every first child that has siblings must grow through this process—from being an only child to being an older brother or sister. The second child may feel a similar sense of loss if another baby arrives in the future. Many psychologists believe that these changes, and birth order, can have a far-reaching effect on a child’s personality The pioneer of birth-order psychology was Alfred Adler (1870- 1937). __2__Does this seem a reasonable theory? Read on to find out what Adler had to say about how birth order can shape a person’s character.
Firstborn children are said to be serious and goal-oriented people. __3__
Interestingly, firstborns are often more athletic and attractive than their siblings. Middle children can possess many different qualities. These children have never been a major focus for too long. __4__ This can lead to middle children feeling depressed and without direction in life. However, they are often good at solving problems between other people. Youngest children might seem wild, because they don’t feel as responsible as firstborns do. They are often entertainers, since they feel the freedom to act cute and silly for attention. __5__ Do you fall into one of these categories?
Remember, you choose who you are. Nevertheless, Adler’s theory is certainly interesting to talk about.
(A) They learn to be leaders by teaching their younger siblings about life.
Parents often put the most pressure on their first child.
(B) On the other hand, this often makes youngest children needy because they want so much attention.
(C) And just when the first child couldn’t feel any less important, the new baby is born.
(D) While they were once new babies, other babies came and stolen the spot
light from them.
(E) He argued that every person’s character is shaped by the structure of their family.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
(B) His mostly black-and-white drawings are shared daily on Facebook by thousands of people in Taiwan. He makes observations, criticisms, and jokes about Taiwanese society and daily life. __1__ Duncan is from Hualien, and began drawing as early as he could remember. He said he was motivated to draw when his mother put his artwork on their home’s fridge. __2__ In university, Duncan majored in English rather than illustration. Then, about two years ago, Duncan got a job as an illustrator, and set up a Facebook page for his drawings. He now has more than 2 million followers on Facebook. Duncan told English 4U that his artistic inspiration comes from observing people. __3__ “I hope people will notice that even the smallest things in life can be a lot of fun,” he said, “even though sometimes we miss out on them.”
(A) For years he didn’t consider drawing as a career, though, as Duncan’s father worried that his son would be a starving artist.
(B) He goes by “Duncan,” since his identity is largely a secret.
(C) More than anything, Duncan hopes that his art can change how people see the world around them.
1. 2. 3.
V. Reading Comprehension: 1%
In Western culture, you will probably feel nervous when you break a mirror because it may bring seven years of bad luck. When you knock over a salt shaker, you will have to throw some salt over your left shoulder. These will look strange and foolish to Asians. Yet the same Asian people might turn around and tell you that it is bad luck to get married, travel on certain days, or stick your chopsticks
upright in a bowl full of rice.
Every country in the world has its own superstitious beliefs that go far back into its history and traditions. In Spain, you will have bad luck if you wear your shirt inside out. In Europe or the U.S., people avoid walking under a ladder.
Russians will not wash their hair on the day when a family member is leaving the house. In China, you will rarely find the 4th and 14th floors as these numbers have similar pronunciations to that of “death.” Sometimes beliefs in different countries have opposite meanings. Russians never have birthday parties before the actual birth date, but the Chinese would rather have their birthdays celebrated
beforehand (預先). While in many European countries, a black cat crossing your way is a bad sign, in Britain, a black cat brings good luck. Germans are more specific about black cats though. If it crosses your path from the right to the left, it is a bad omen, but from the left to the right—the cat is granting favorable times for you.
Superstitions are not supposed to influence our lives, but if you go abroad, you should find out in advance about its most popular superstitions so that you will not make someone uncomfortable by doing something totally “unlucky.”
1. According to the passage, what may seem terrible to Europeans but fine with Asians?
(A) Knocking over a salt shaker.
(B) Sticking chopsticks upright in a bowl full of rice.
(C) Buying an apartment on the 14th floor.
(D) Celebrating a birthday after the birth date.
2 . According to the passage, if you go to Russia, what will you find?
(A) They dislike to live on the 4th floor of the apartment.
(B) They consider wearing one’s shirt inside out fashionable.
(C) They would avoid passing under a ladder.
(D) They avoid washing their hair on a day when a family member is leaving home.
3 . According to the passage, which of the following is NOT true?
(A) Germans would welcome black cats crossing their path from left to right.
(B) The Chinese would prefer to celebrate their birthdays ahead of time.
(C) In Britain, a black cat is a bad sign.
(D) Many countries enjoy celebrating birthdays beforehand.
4 . Which of the following is closest in meaning to the word “omen” in the second paragraph?
(A) Event. (B) Sign. (C) Custom. (D) Belief.
5 . Which is the best title for this passage?
(A) Popular Superstitions Around the World (B) A World Without Superstitions (C) Superstitions about Chopsticks (D) Black Cats: Loved by All
VI. Voc: 1%
1._____________ The actor is so popular with teenagers that his works has become quite f_____r to most of them.
2._____________ When you browse information online, be sure to check its s_____c research if this article is related to science.
3._____________ A_____l teeth don’t work the same as the genuine ones; therefore, you should have a regular teeth checkup to ensure your health.
4.____________ This piece of art isn’t the o_____l one, which is kept in the Palace museum. The one you just bought is obviously a fake.
5.____________ The police believe Lisa’s neighbor is a jewel thief, but they do not have
enough p_____f to arrest him.
6.____________ As a saying goes, “P_____n is better than cure.” Thus, what you do in advance counts more than what you do afterwards.
7._____________ M_____ning social order is important for the running of a government. In
other words, it is the government’s duty to keep everything under control.
8._____________ The news report e_____ed the poor working conditions of the clothing
factory workers, which caused a great dispute among the public and also aroused people’s concern for factory workers.
9._____________ Forgiveness is a v_____e that you should learn to have. Just forgive Delia for staining your shirt by accident.
10. _____________ Don’t i_____e me in your fight with Andrew. I choose to be on neither
of your sides. That is, I have no comment on either of you.
11. __________ James d_____ed his mother into thinking he was studying in his room
when he was actually reading comic books. After his mother found herself cheated, she lost her temper and yelled at him severely.
12. _____________ Because of drunk driving, the taxi driver, who just bumped into an old
lady, is r______e for the tragedy. That’s why the police took him to the station right away.
13._____________ After being rejected by a girl he had a crush on, James d_____ed to lose
at least ten kilograms in six months and he did put this idea into practice thoroughly.
14.____________ Spencer doesn’t have a s_____c taste for books; he reads books on various topics.
15.__________ _ There is always a happy ending in a fairy tale, in which justice prevails and good will conquer evil e_____lly.
16.___________ Ticket holders will be a_____ted into the studio on a first-come, first -served basis.
17.___________ The president of the food company has claimed that he would take on the full
r_______y for the toxic starch incident by paying the huge fines; however, the public argue that he deserves a more severe punishment.
18.___________ Many Japanese living near the Fukushima Nuclear Power Plant are worried
that they have been e____ed to radiation after the explosion of the nuclear power plant.
19.___________ Before leaving home, Sharon said to her son, “Under no c________es should you open the door for a stranger.” In some way, she was teaching her son to be alert on strangers.
20.___________ The m____e behind the brutal killing in the MRT is to take revenge on the
society, according to the killer. That’s why he killed people randomly.
21. ___________ Those who are not c____t of themselves can’t take the challenge bravely because they are afraid of making mistakes.
22. ___________ Brian broke his words and r_____led my secret to the rest of the class. Now all of my classmates know it.
23. ____________ Sarah promised to write me a letter, but she didn’t s____k to her words. I haven’t heard from her since she moved away.
24. ____________ People usually a_____e lung cancer with smoking because a great amount of studies indicate that there is a close relation between them.
VII. Translation: 3%
1. Charles 正處在一個不知如何開口向女友求婚的情況中。
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2. 誠實的確是上策。然而，即使我們被教導了說謊可能要負的後果，我們很少有人能夠有勇氣
認錯。
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3.Viola 喝酒不開車以使自己不捲入麻煩。(--- purpose---)
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4.假如一位好朋友剪了個糟糕的新髮型，你不可能會說實話。你這麼做是為了顧及他的感受。
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5 . 說謊前，我們必須確定是甚麼促使我們這樣做。我們的謊言被揭露時，謊言有可能造成我們尷 尬及失去他人的信任。
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6. 這個裝置絕不可能省油，所以你最好一個新的來取代它。(--- way---efficient---)
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7. 市區有很多政治人物的海報，因為選舉正處於白熱化。
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B1L9-10 & 4U 1-4 Class: No: Name: /117 I. Multiple choice:1%
B 1. I was ______ going to live in Hong Kong, but I moved to Tokyo instead.
(A) barely (B) originally (C)fairly (D) leisurely D 2. This letter is ______ to someone who doesn’t live here anymore.
(A) argued (B) experienced (C)majored (D) addressed A 3. Adults have many ______, including taking care of other people.
(A) responsibilities (B) nationalities (C)personalities (D) equalities
A 4. It’s hard to live in desert ______ because there is little food and water.
(A) conditions (B) discussions (C)positions (D) divisions
C 5. The arrival of Europeans to the Americas had ______ effects on the people there.
(A) freezing (B) frozen (C)profound (D)parental
B 6. ISIS is a group formed by violent _____, who not only invades surrounding countries
but also kill a lot of innocent people with a view to build an Islamic State.
(A) convicts (B) rebels (C) athletes (D) siblings
A7. More than two thousands of people took to street to demonstrate their anger for the
contaminated food and thus asked the government to take ______ action to stop the
food scare, such as sentencing those involved life imprisonment.
(A) radical (B)blessing (C) pregnant (D) cuddly
C 8. Everyone on the baseball has received harsh training but none of them ever complained because all of them _____ to win the championship to grace their country.
(A) tend (B) intend (C) aspire (D) reject
D 9. Sweat dripped along Barry’s forehead as he was in the _____ of his boss, who was known for his strictness. That’s why Barry felt uneasy and nervous when seeing him.
(A) location (B) focus (C) reach (D) presence
D 10. To be a flight attendant with a smart pay, thousands of applicants are ____ for the 100 openings offered by the airline.
(A) inspired (B) unique (C) reacted (D) keen
II. Cloze:1%
(A) How do people deal with the unknown? According to research, superstition __1__ fear. For example, Westerners are used to __2__ that devils might enter one’s body when one sneezes. Therefore, they would say, “Bless you,” when someone around them sneezes.
When a woman is getting married, she will invite her sisters and close friends to be her bridesmaids. Bridesmaids are typically young women of marriageable age.
__3__ they have to do is to take part in the wedding and assist the bride on the wedding day. The __4__ of the superstition dates back to Roman times. It was believed that evil spirits would attend the wedding and did something bad to hurt the bride. __5__, bridesmaids were asked to fool the unwelcome visitors by dressing
the same as the bride. The superstition is so well-known __6__ most people choose to do as most people do. Many other customs have a lot to do with weddings, and traditions of wedding and marriage __7__ from culture to culture.
With the change of time, some superstitions remain __8__ because people hope to have a chance to control their own life. Although predicting the future is
impossible, people find comfort __9__ following customs. This is why most of the superstitions can be passed on to the younger generations.
B 1. (A) takes the place of (B) grows out of (C) makes peace with (D) takes part in
A 2. (A) believing (B) believe (C) believed (D) be believed C 3. (A) As (B) That (C)All (D) Whether
D 4. (A) petition (B)usage (C) tendency (D) practice A 5. (A) As a consequence (B) In fact (C) By contrast (D) Instead C 6. (A) and (B) since (C) that (D) why
D 7 . (A) spur (B)oppose (C) react (D) vary
D 8 . (A) changing (B) changed (C) unchanging (D) unchanged C 9. (A) on (B) at (C) in (D) of
(B) We were taught the importance of being honest when we were kids. That is why parents tell their children the story of Pinocchio. In another story, the boy 1 wolf lost both his sheep and the trust of his fellow villagers. 2 we understand that honesty is the best policy, many of us still lie. When we make mistakes, some of us are not 3 enough to handle it. Some students lie to their teachers about unfinished homework when 4 , they did not do it. They choose to lie because they want to save face. Besides, when people want to get out of situations that they cannot manage, they tell lies to avoid difficulties. A boy who was caught __5__ on a test might not say what made him do so. This is because he failed to deal with the anger he might face. What’s more, white lies are 6 bad 6 wrong since it depends on different perspectives. Another type of lie is told to __7 ourselves out of dangerous situations. Many parents even tell their children to tell this type of lie in certain situations. People lie 8 many different reasons. Before we lie, it is important that we think carefully because we don’t want to lose others’ trust.
A 1. (A)who cried (B) cried (C) that crying (D) to cry D2. (A) Since (B) When (C) If (D) While
B 3. (A) consequent (B) courageous (C) virtuous (D) recent D 4. (A) in addition (B) however (C) therefore (D) in fact B 5. (A) cheated (B)cheating (C) cheat (D) to cheat C 6. (A) either; or (B) x; but (C) not; or (D) both; and B 7. (A) leave (B) keep (C) spare (D) make B 8. (A) in (B) for (C) about (D) at
(C) Children around the world post letters to Santa Claus. They’re usually __1__ to the North Pole. However, they’ll have a much better chance of reaching Santa if they are sent to Rovaniemi in Lapland, northern Finland.
That’s where you’ll find the Santa Claus Village. In the village, you can visit the Santa Claus Post Office. From here you can send postcards to your family. __2__ is sent is marked with a special Santa Claus postmark. You can also arrange for gifts to arrive just in time for Christmas. You can even pay a call __3__ Santa Claus himself at his office. You’ll be able to meet and chat with Santa,__4__ take photos with him. However, be sure to only visit during his “office hours,” or you’ll __5__ not seeing him. Another great place to take photos in the village is at the Arctic Circle. This is a white line that marks __6__ the Arctic Circle begins. Many visitors enjoy standing on the line to take pictures and create wonderful memories of their time in Santa’s Village.
1. C (A) resolved (B) scattered (C) addressed (D) headed 2. A (A) Whatever (B) Whoever (C) Whichever (D) Wherever 3. B (A) to (B) on (C) with (D) for
4. C( A) besides (B) or (C) as well as (D) while
5. D (A) be excited about (B) be eager to (C) be aware of (D) end up 6. C (A) that (B) which (C) where (D) when
(D) Hello, everyone! Here are some surprising facts to add colors to your life. Grapes are considered as a wonderful fruit to__1__ thirst because of the abundant moisture. However, if you __2__ one in the microwave, what might happen? When water is heated, it begins to steam. As the temperature is getting higher, the air pressure will become greater __3__. When the pressure is too great, the grape will definitely explode. Jellyfish, a __4__
creature that kills tens of thousands of swimmer per year, will dry up in one hour when it was trapped ashore. With the __5_ body, a jellyfish will soon evaporate, leaving very little behind. Besides, the creature can feel pain __6__ because it lacks brains and hearts. This prevents it from feeling the way the__7__ of us do. As a proverb goes, “ Laughter is the best medicine.”
But what emotions are we experiencing while__8__? The answer is panic and anxiety, which are the same feelings as we __9__ things with panic. What’s more, the feeling is just the same as a bug crawls on you. Reading the above fun facts, do you feel your eyes wide open? Keep close __10__ of everything around you and you can have another awesome discovery.
A1. (A) relieve (B) cure (C) improve (D) worsen C2. (A) toss (B) are tossing (C) tossed (D) will toss B3. (A) originally (B) accordingly (C) officially (D) truly D4. (A) dead (B) dying (C) died (D) deadly D5. (A) base-water (B) base-watered
(C) water-base (D) water-based
A6. (A) in no way (B) as a result (C) to some degree (D) for some reason
D7. (A) majority (B) minority (C) some (D) rest
A8. (A) being tickled (B) tickled (C) to tickle (D) tickling D9. (A) call for (B) turn down (C) come upon (D) respond to B10. (A) illustration (B) observation (C) inspiration (D) passion
III. Passage completion:1%
(A)
(A) survive (B) idle (C) birth (D) snowmobiles (E) wildlife (F) chasing (G) active (H) hide (I) coats (J) mating
Everyone knows Santa’s sled is pulled by reindeer. You can see reindeer and many more animals at the Ranua Wildlife Park nearby Santa Claus village. Winter is a great time to visit Ranua. For many animals, things go exciting in winter because it’s __1__ season. Wolves and lynxes, are very __2__ in their search for a mate. Meanwhile polar bears give __3__ in the winter, so there’s a good chance of seeing a cute, soft cub. Visitors can also learn how the animals in the park __4__ in Arctic conditions. For example, the Arctic fox’s fur turns white in
winter, allowing the fox to __5__ from bigger animals while it hunts. Snowy owls also have thick __6__ to help them in the tough environment. In addition, there are many activities to enjoy in the park. Visitors can ride around on __7__ or reindeer-drawn sleds. Whether you’re having fun in Santa Claus Village or __8__ -watching at Ranua, Finland is a great place to spend the winter.
1. J 2. G 3. C 4. A 5. H 6.I 7.D 8.E
(B)
(A) mission (B) civil (C) acquire (D)
conquered
(E) ground
(F) faith (G) support (H) inquire (I) engage (J) local The US military is once again entering a conflict in Iraq, but it’s getting some __1__ help. Five Arab countries—Jordan, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Bahrain, and Qatar—have promised _2__ in the fight against ISIS. The notorious group’s full name is the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria. ISIS is a Islamic militia that has used violence and terror to __3__ land and resources in Syria and Iraq. It is ambitious to form its own Islamic state. The US-led __4__ also includes the UK, France, Australia, Denmark, and Belgium. Most partners have agreed to battle ISIS in Iraq, and may __5__ the group in Syria as well. Syria and Iraq are both disturbed by ISIS but have continued to lose__6__ in the fight against it. Syria is in the midst of a __7__ war and Iraq has been slow to respond to ISIS attacks. As ISIS has __8__ many oil- rich territories, countries around the world are eager to see it defeated.
1. J 2.G 3.C 4.A 5.I 6.E 7.B 8.D
IV. Discourse:1%
(A) A family's first baby is a wonderful blessing. He or she receives every bit of parental1 love possible. This child may feel like the center of the universe. Then, mom gets pregnant again, and things start to change. More and more focus is put on the next baby. __1__And just when the first child couldn’t feel any less important, the new baby is born. Every first child that has siblings must grow through this process—from being an only child to being an older brother or sister. The second child may feel a similar sense of loss if another baby arrives in the future. Many psychologists believe that
these changes, and birth order, can have a far-reaching effect on a child’s personality The pioneer of birth-order psychology was Alfred Adler (1870- 1937). __2__He argued that every person’s character is shaped by the structure of their family. Does this seem a reasonable theory? Read on to find out what Adler had to say about how birth order can shape a person’s character. Firstborn children are said to be serious and goal-oriented people. __3__They learn to be leaders by teaching their younger siblings about life. Parents often put the most pressure on their first child.
Interestingly, firstborns are often more athletic and attractive than their siblings. Middle children can possess many different qualities. These children have never been a major focus for too long. __4__While they were once new babies, other babies came and stolen the spot light from them.
This can lead to middle children feeling depressed and without direction in life. However, they are often good at solving problems between other people. Youngest children might seem wild, because they don’t feel as responsible as firstborns do. They are often entertainers, since they feel the freedom to act cute and silly for attention. __5__On the other hand, this often makes youngest children needy because they want so much attention.
Do you fall into one of these categories? Remember, you choose who you are. Nevertheless, Adler’s theory is certainly interesting to talk about.
(A) They learn to be leaders by teaching their younger siblings about life.
Parents often put the most pressure on their first child.
(B) On the other hand, this often makes youngest children needy because they want so much attention.
(C) And just when the first child couldn’t feel any less important, the new baby is born.
(D) While they were once new babies, other babies came and stolen the spot light from them.
(E) He argued that every person’s character is shaped by the structure of their family.
1. C 2.E 3. A 4. D 5. B
(B) His mostly black-and-white drawings are shared daily on Facebook by thousands of people in Taiwan. He makes observations, criticisms, and jokes about Taiwanese society and daily life. __1__He goes by “Duncan,” since his identity is largely a secret. Duncan is from Hualien, and began drawing as early as he could remember. He said he was motivated to draw when his mother put his artwork on their home’s fridge. __2__For years he didn’t consider drawing as a career, though, as Duncan’s father worried that his son would be a starving artist. In university, Duncan majored in English rather than illustration. Then, about two years ago, Duncan got a job as an illustrator, and set up a Facebook page for his drawings. He now has more than 2 million followers on Facebook. Duncan told English 4U that his artistic inspiration comes from observing people. __3__More than anything, Duncan hopes that his art can change how people see the world around them. “I hope people will notice that even the smallest things in life can be a lot of fun,” he said, “even though sometimes we miss out on them.”
(A) For years he didn’t consider drawing as a career, though, as Duncan’s father worried that his son would be a starving artist.
(B) He goes by “Duncan,” since his identity is largely a secret.
(C) More than anything, Duncan hopes that his art can change how people see the world around them.
1. B 2. A 3. C
V. Reading Comprehension:1%
In Western culture, you will probably feel nervous when you break a mirror because it may bring seven years of bad luck. When you knock over a salt shaker, you will have to throw some salt over your left shoulder. These will look strange and foolish to Asians. Yet the same Asian people might turn around and tell you that it is bad luck to get married, travel on certain days, or stick your chopsticks upright in a bowl full of rice.
Every country in the world has its own superstitious beliefs that go far back into its history and traditions. In Spain, you will have bad luck if you wear your shirt inside out. In Europe or the U.S., people avoid walking under a ladder.
Russians will not wash their hair on the day when a family member is leaving the house. In China, you will rarely find the 4th and 14th floors as these numbers have similar pronunciations to that of “death.” Sometimes beliefs in different countries have opposite meanings. Russians never have birthday parties before the actual birth date, but the Chinese would rather have their birthdays celebrated
beforehand (預先). While in many European countries, a black cat crossing your way is a bad sign, in Britain, a black cat brings good luck. Germans are more specific about black cats though. If it crosses your path from the right to the left, it is a bad omen, but from the left to the right—the cat is granting favorable times for you.
Superstitions are not supposed to influence our lives, but if you go abroad, you should find out in advance about its most popular superstitions so that you will not make someone uncomfortable by doing something totally “unlucky.”
A1. According to the passage, what may seem terrible to Europeans but fine with Asians?
(A) Knocking over a salt shaker.
(B) Sticking chopsticks upright in a bowl full of rice.
(C) Buying an apartment on the 14th floor.
(D) Celebrating a birthday after the birth date.
D 2 . According to the passage, if you go to Russia, what will you find?
(A) They dislike to live on the 4th floor of the apartment.
(B) They consider wearing one’s shirt inside out fashionable.
(C) They would avoid passing under a ladder.
(D) They avoid washing their hair on a day when a family member is leaving home.
C 3 . According to the passage, which of the following is NOT true?
(A) Germans would welcome black cats crossing their path from left to right.
(B) The Chinese would prefer to celebrate their birthdays ahead of time.
(C) In Britain, a black cat is a bad sign.
(D) Many countries enjoy celebrating birthdays beforehand.
B 4 . Which of the following is closest in meaning to the word “omen” in the
second paragraph?
(A) Event. (B) Sign. (C) Custom. (D) Belief.
A 5 . Which is the best title for this passage?
(A) Popular Superstitions Around the World (B) A World Without Superstitions (C) Superstitions about Chopsticks (D) Black Cats: Loved by All
VI. Voc:1%
1.__familiar____ The actor is so popular with teenagers that his works has become quite f_____r to most of them.
2.__ Scientific_____ When you browse information online, be sure to check its s_____c research if this article is related to science.
3.__ Artificial _____ A_____l teeth don’t work the same as the genuine ones;
therefore,
you should have a regular teeth checkup to ensure your health.
4.__ original _____ This piece of art isn’t the o_____l one, which is kept in the Palace museum. The one you just bought is obviously a fake.
5.__ proof____ The police believe Lisa’s neighbor is a jewel thief, but they do not have
enough p_____f to arrest him.
6.__Prevention___ As a saying goes, “P_____n is better than cure.” Thus, what you do in
advance counts more than what you do afterwards.
7.__ Maintaining__ M_____ning social order is important for the running of a government. In
other words, it is the government’s duty to keep everything under control.
8.__ exposed____ The news report e_____ed the poor working conditions of the clothing
factory workers, which caused a great dispute among the public and also aroused people’s concern for factory workers.
9.__ virtue ____ Forgiveness is a v_____e that you should learn to have. Just forgive Delia for staining your shirt by accident.
10. __ involve ___Don’t i_____e me in your fight with Andrew. I choose to be on
neither
of your sides. That is, I have no comment on either of you.
11. __ deceived ____ James d_____ed his mother into thinking he was studying in his room
when he was actually reading comic books. After his mother found herself cheated, she lost her temper and yelled at him severely.
12. __responsible___ Because of drunk driving, the taxi driver, who just bumped into an old
lady, is r______e for the tragedy. That’s why the police took him to the station right away.
13.__ determined __ After being rejected by a girl he had a crush on, James d_____ed to lose
at least ten kilograms in six months and he did put this idea into practice thoroughly.
14.___ specific___ Spencer doesn’t have a s_____c taste for books; he reads books on various topics.
15.__ eventful ly________ _ There is always a happy ending in a fairy tale, in which justice prevails and good will conquer evil e_____lly.
16.__ admitted__Ticket holders will be a_____ted into the studio on a first-come, first
-served basis.
17.__ responsibility___The president of the food company has claimed that he would take on the full
r_______y for the toxic starch incident by paying the huge fines; however, the public argue that he deserves a more severe punishment.
18.__ exposed ___ Many Japanese living near the Fukushima Nuclear Power Plant are worried
that they have been e____ed to radiation after the explosion of the nuclear power plant.
19.__ circumstances__ Before leaving home, Sharon said to her son, “Under no c________es
should you open the door for a stranger.” In some way, she was teaching her son to be alert on strangers.
20._motive____ The m____e behind the brutal killing in the MRT is to take revenge on the
society, according to the killer. That’s why he killed people randomly.
21. __confident___ Those who are not c____t of themselves can’t take the challenge bravely because they are afraid of making mistakes.
22. _revealed____ Brian broke his words and r_____led my secret to the rest of the class. Now all of my classmates know it.
23. _stick______ Sarah promised to write me a letter, but she didn’t s____k to her words. I haven’t heard from her since she moved away.
24. __associate__ People usually a_____e lung cancer with smoking because a great amount of studies indicate that there is a close relation between them.
VII. Translation:3%
1. Charles 正處在一個不知如何開口向女友求婚的情況中。
Charles is in a situation where he doesn’t know how to pop the question to his girlfriend.
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2. 誠實的確是上策。然而，即使我們被教導了說謊可能要負的後果，我們很少有人能夠有勇氣
認錯。It is true that honesty is the best policy.However, even though we have been taught the consequences that we might need to take when we tell a lie, few of us have the courage to admit to making an error.
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3. Viloa 喝酒不開車以使自己不捲入麻煩。(--- purpose---)
Viola does not drink and drive for the purpose of keeping herself out of trouble.
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4. 假如一位好朋友剪了個糟糕的新髮型，你不可能會說實話。你這麼做是為了顧及他的感受。
If a good friend gets a terrible new haircut, you are not likely to tell the truth.
You do so in order to spare his feelings.
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5 . 說謊前，我們必須確定是甚麼促使我們這樣做。我們的謊言被揭露時，謊言有可能造成我們尷 尬及失去他人的信任。
Before we lie, we have to make sure what motivates us to do this. When our lies are exposed, they might cause us embarrassment as well as the loss of other
people’s trust.
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6. 這個裝置絕不可能省油，所以你最好一個新的來取代它。(--- way---efficient---)
This device is in no way efficient in oil, so you had better replace it with a new one.
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7. 市區有很多政治人物的海報，因為選舉正處於白熱化。
There are lots of posters with politicians on them around town because election season is heating up.
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