國立台東高中 100 學年度第一學期 高二期末考試卷 英文科
適用班級:2-1,2-2,2-5,2-6,2-9 劃卡 class: No. Name:
一、 語法測驗:10%
1. The manager wonders ____________________.
(A) if the secretary can speak Chinese or not (B) whether the clerk can handle the situation properly (C) whether will the speaker appear on time (D) if the products be sold out
2. No matter _______ other people tell you, you know you can always count on me.
(A) which (B) who (C) where (D) what
3. After her purse was stolen, Belle didn’t know _________.
(A) what to pay (B) what should she do (C) how to get home (D) how can she pay her bill 4. ______ the design of the sombrero, imagine you are a Mexican farmer long ago.
(A) Understanding (B) Understand (C) To understand (D) Understood
5. When Savvy heard the bad news, her feet seemed _______ to the ground. She couldn’t move at all.
(A) rooting (B) to be rooted (C) to root (D) being rooted
6. The Connecticut factory will pay the women in Guatemala to plant the trees not with money but with corn _______ means more food for their children.
(A) ,which (B) which (C) , that (D) in which
7. Tiffany didn't go to the movies. _______, she rented a DVD and watched it at home.
(A) So that (B) Instead (C) In order (D) Instead of
8. Keeping early hours _______ beneficial to your health, especially because you're pregnant.
(A) is (B) are (C) was (D) were
9. ________ this deforestation in Guatemala, the rain now washes good soil down the mountains, and women must walk for miles to get firewood.
(A) Because (B) While (C) As a result of (D) As a result 10. We were totally amazed and speechless _________ the beautiful painting.
(A) on behalf of (B) regardless of (C) under the spell of (D) far away from 二、 綜合測驗:15%
Have you ever had a virtual farm? Stood in line for hours for a popular food item? Chewed on some glass?
If __11___, then you’ve fallen victim to a fad---a popular activity that fades as quickly as it starts. Here are some examples.
___12___ called the “lying down game,” planking requires people to lie face down in public places and have their picture taken. The challenge is for people to lie stiff and straight ___13___ a board in the most absurd places. Some people have planked on benches, stairs and even cars.
Car surfing is a weird and dangerous fad and popular among American teenagers. While in a moving
vehicle, a person climbs on the vehicle’s top and tries to __14__ his or her balance. Some people have even left the driver’s seat and attempted to balance with no one at the wheel.
Flash mobbing ___15___ groups of people going to public places and putting on surprise, elaborate performances. Immediately afterward, they disappear completely.
11. (A) that (B) also (C) so (D) can
12. (A) Originally (B) Dreadfully (C) Anxiously (D) Relatively
13. (A) either (B) like (C) half (D) which
14. (A) grasp (B) wink (C) scrub (D) keep
15. (A) belongs (B) confesses (C) responds (D) involves
Humans wear hats for several reasons. One of the main reasons is for protection. The first hats were probably made of leaves and barks ___16___ together so as to help our ancestors stay dry in bad weather. The sombrero, a hat with wide brim, also ___17____ the same function. Since the work in the fields for Mexican farmers is
backbreaking and there isn’t any shade ___18___ to rest, they wear sombrero to supply themselves with enough shade.
People also wear hats for fashion. A good example is the national hat of France---the beret. It is popular
because it is able to say many things, ___19___ how it is worn. ___20___ facing forward and high on the side, the beret looks proud. That’s why many military units in the world ___21___ that their soldiers wear berets. But turned
However, not all hats are worn for protection ___22___ the weather or for fashion. Some are worn for religious reasons. Jewish men and boys wear yarmulkes to show respect for God. The Jewish Bible says, “Cover your head ___23___ the fear of heaven may be upon you.” Religious Jews ___24___ leave the house ___24___ wearing one.
What you put on your head tells others ___25___ you before you even say a word. So, if you have a message for the world, why not let a hat say it for you?
16. (A) to tie (B) tying (C) tie (D) tied
17. (A) serve (B) simplify (C) trigger (D) startle
18. (A) with (B) in which (C) which (D) that
19. (A) resulting in (B) depending on (C) compared with (D) being blessed with
20. (A) Wear (B) Wore (C) Worn (D) Wearing
21. (A) believe (B) find (C) consider (D) demand
22. (A) from (B) for (C) with (D) between
23. (A) for fear that (B) despite of (C) even though (D) in order that 24. (A) never…without (B) ever…with (C) can’t…while (D) will…with 25. (A) about nothing (B) anything about (C) something about (D) about something 三、 文意選填:選項若置於句首，將第一個字母視為大寫。10%
Greenhouse gases, such as CO2, trap the sun’s radiation and warm up the earth. This is called the
Greenhouse effect. ___26___ humans burning more and more carbon-based fuels, the gradually increasing CO2 in the air strengthens the greenhouse effect. ___27___, billions of trees are cut down around the world, leading to more and more CO2 not ___28___ by trees. Since more and more heat is trapped in the ___29___, the world is getting warmer and warmer.
Experts and companies concerned about the environment are ___30___ solutions to prevent the pollution from getting worse. One way is the use of ___31___ energy from the sun and wind. This kind of energy does not
produce CO2 and is ___32___ cleaner energy than carbon-based fuels. Another solution is to plant more trees to absorb CO2. Factories can support ___33___ plans not in their countries ___34___ in tropical areas, where trees grow faster.
However, planting trees is just the beginning. Everyone in the world needs to take a part in efforts to reduce CO2 emission ___35___ the problem of global warming can be solved before it is too late.
(A) renewable (B) but (C) reforestation (D) atmosphere (E) searching for (AB) with (AC) taken in (AD) much (AE) in case (BC) what’s more 四、 篇章結構:8%
It’s important to remember that not all product upgrades are equal. ___36___ there isn’t always a huge difference between newer and older models.
This is especially true for smartphones. In the past, smartphone makers designed all of their products’
components themselves. ___37___ Consequently, release cycles have sped up. Before 2007, the average smartphone spent about three years on the market. ___38___ and the trend shows no signs of abating.
___39___ Rather than rushing into upgrades, consumers would be smart to consider their needs and whether a new product’s features justify the purchase. In this way, they can make wise shopping decisions.
(A) According to HTC, smartphone models now have a shelf life of six to nine months,
(B) For many consumers, the short time between upgrades and releases makes always owning the newest gadget expensive and impractical.
(C) But the introduction of Google’s Android has allowed phone makers to use ready-made software and chipsets.
(D) While advisers would have you believe that the newest product is a “must have,”
五、 閱讀測驗:16%
In America, many people use snowmobiles to travel during the winter. These vehicles are not only
convenient, but also fun to drive. Their use in America’s national parks, however, is hotly debated. And nowhere is this debate fiercer than in Yellowstone National Park.
Yellowstone National Park is among America’s favorite parks. Before the 1960s, Yellowstone attracted many people during the summer but few in the winter, when freezing temperatures and deep snow kept visitors
away. Starting in the winter of 1963, however, people began to visit the park on snowmobiles. For those people, snowmobiles offered a fun way to see the park when it was snowy. Snowmobiles were also convenient for park employees who had work to do between November and March. As a result, the number of people on snowmobiles increased year by year. In 1992, about 90,000 visitors rode snowmobiles through the park.
Other people, however, were opposed to snowmobiles in Yellowstone National Park. According to their view, snowmobiles were noisy machines that disturbed the park’s wild animals and polluted the air. Gradually, park officials came to share this view.
Since 2000, park officials have limited snowmobiles use in the park. Currently, only 318 snowmobiles are allowed to enter the park each winter day. Speed limits are also posted, and snowmobiles are not allowed in the park at night. People against snowmobiles would like to ban their use in the park altogether. However, this would be difficult considering how popular snowmobiles are nowadays. Thus, park officials will continue to allow snowmobiles but take steps to reduce their impact on the park.
40. What does this article discuss?
(A) Annual fees that snowmobile riders pay (B) Illegal activities involving snowmobiles.
(C) Contrasting opinions about snowmobiles. (D) Plans for improved snowmobiles routes.
41. What is true about the visitors in Yellowstone before the 1960s?
(A) The number of visitors was somewhat higher than it is today.
(B) Few people would visit the park during the winter due to the freezing temperature.
(C) The number of visitors increased gradually from year to year.
(D) They could drive snowmobiles to visit the park as fast as they liked.
42. According to this article, what is a concern about snowmobiles?
(A) The harm that they cause to the environment. (B) The serious traffic jams that they produce.
(C) The danger that they pose to young children. (D) The rude behavior that drivers exhibit.
43. According to this article, what will park officials do concerning about the use of snowmobiles?
(A) They will prohibit the use of snowmobiles completely.
(B) They will allow only the park employees to use snowmobiles during the winter time.
(C) They will allow visitors to use snowmobiles without any limit in winter.
(D) They will take measures to reduce the impact of snowmobiles on the park.
There are dress pants for formal occasions, jeans and khakis for casual affairs, and shorts for when it’s hot.
And all these types of pants come in a variety of shapes and styles. But with so many to choose from, how do we know which to wear?
People with long, thin legs can slip into whatever they prefer. For everyone else, there are some common guidelines to follow.
Short-legged people should choose skinny- or narrow-cut pants to make their legs appear longer and
thinner. Those with average-sized legs can use narrow-cut pants to create thin leg lines. But if your legs are bigger than average, you may try palazzo-style pants. Colorful, patterned pants can make your legs look larger, so avoid them.
Ok, now that you’ve got the right pant cut, it’s time for the hard part---creating an outfit. Today’s trends often blend formal with casual styles. Jeans are always flexible and provide many fashion options. Paired with a suit jacket, they offer a relaxed and stylish look. You can be more or less formal depending on the type of shoes you choose.
Another recent fashion trend is leggings. With leggings, girls can simply wear a long T-shirt or short dress to make them look slimmer. They can also add a skirt or dress over their pants. This style provides more layers, textures, and colors.
Whether you’re going to a wedding, heading for the beach, or just walking in the city, your pants say a lot about who you are. So get creative and develop your own unique fashion taste.
44. What type of pants does the writer advise people with thick legs to wear?
(A) Leggings. (B) Colorful, patterned pants.
(C) Narrow-cut pants. (D) Palazzo-style pants.
45. According to the article, which outfit matches today’s fashion trends?
(A) Pairing jeans with a casual top. (B) Pairing a dress with high heels.
(C) Pairing jeans with a suit jacket. (D) Pairing leggings with a long dress.
46. According to the passage, which statement is FALSE?
(A) People with short legs should not wear loose or baggy pants.
(B) Jeans are suitable only for casual occasions.
(C) Wearing leggings can make one’s legs look thinner.
(D) Wearing a skirt over pants is fashionable now.
47. Who is the writer most likely to be?
(A) A fashion expert. (B) A health official.
(C) A hairdresser. (D) A dressmaker.
六、 文意字彙:28%
48. My boss is making my life thoroughly m_____e with her constant demands and criticism.
49. It is reported that two Taiwanese girls studying in Japan were killed in their dormitory on January 5th. The news of the murdering s_____ed the whole nation.
50. All the audience held their b_____h when waiting for the musician to start playing his first note.
51. The man was determined to have his r_____e on the woman for hurting his feelings and stole his fortune.
52. S_____y rising global temperatures will lead to a rising sea level. It is reported some of the island nations in South Pacific Ocean might be overflowed by the sea water.
53. Scientists have a______ed enough evidence to show a clear link between smoking and cancer. The researches show there is a positive connection between them.
54. E_____l protection is a very important issue all around the world, especially the greenhouse effect, which has become one of the major problems for human beings.
55. Helen felt much better after the nurse w_____d the bandage around her injured leg.
56. Basically, a national flag is a s_____l of a country. So, one should show his/her respect for the national flag.
57. The v_____t wind with dust swept over the little town, blowing down many trees and houses.
58. The concept of “beauty” is a_____t; it is difficult to define or explain what “beauty” is.
59. M_____r is so common in speech that you may not realize you are using it. For example, Shakespeare once compared human life to a stage.
60. Stephenie Meyer’s best-selling books , e_____ed The Twilight Saga, is a series of four vampire-themed fantasy romance novels and appeals to millions of teenaged readers around the world.
61. Peter s_____red at the thought of being left alone at night. He was always afraid of staying home alone.
七、翻譯:16% (空格每字 1 分)
62. 我們在 Andy 生日到來時辦個大型的派對吧。
Let’s have a big party when Andy’s birthday (r)__________ __________.
63. Vivian 有著豐富的行銷經驗。
Vivian has a (w)____________ __________ work experience with ___________ to marketing.
64. 這張地圖會指示你去哪裡找到被藏起來的寶藏。(wh-疑問詞 + to V)(4 分) 65. 在中東，人們常會把頭巾與他們的宗教信仰聯想在一起。(3 分)
66. 最好的方法是使用再生能源，如此一來我們才不會釋出過多的二氧化碳。(4 分)
國立台東高中 100 學年度第一學期 高二期末考試卷 英文科
適用班級:2-1,2-2,2-5,2-6,2-9 class: No. Name:
(非選擇題答案卷) (參考答案，敬請指教)
六、文意字彙: 28%
48. miserable 49. startled 50. breath 51. revenge
52. Steadily 53. accumulated 54. Environmental 55. wound
56. symbol 57. violent 58. abstract 59. Metaphor
60. entitled 61. shuddered/shivered 七、翻譯:16%
62. rolls around
63. wealth of regard
64. This map will instruct you where to find the hidden treasure.
65. In the Middle East, people usually associate turbans with their religious beliefs.
66. The best way is to use renewable energy so that we won’t release too much CO2.
（選擇題答案）
1.5 BDCCB 6-10 ABACC 11-15 CABDD 16-20 DABBC 21-25 DADAD
26-30 (AB)(BC)(AC)DE 31-35 A (AD)CB(AE) 36-39 DCAB
40-43 CBAD 44-47 DCBA
