113年 - 113-3 北北基高級中等學校_學科能力測驗聯合模擬考試：英文#124038

1. Max did a good job of ______  his speech this morning； a lot of us were moved to tears by his heartfelt
words and powerful message.
(A) advising (B) delivering (C) capturing (D) recalling

2. Experts examined the building blueprint carefully to make sure the structure can ______ strong winds
and earthquakes.
(A) approve (B) conceal (C) sprinkle (D) withstand

3. As someone who thrives on ______  challenges, Oman quit his job last week because the work was
boring and repetitive.
(A) blank (B) novel (C) vacant (D) ethical

4. Provided with ______ details of the criminal’s facial features, the sketch artist was able to create a
drawing to help the public look for him.
(A) demanding (B) prompt (C) specific (D) earnest

5. Judy has ______ confidence in her project and has no doubt that she will win first prize eventually.
(A) absolute (B) logical (C) tolerant (D) intimate

6. Your theory may not apply ______ since it overlooks cultural and regional differences in other countries.
(A) shallowly (B) critically (C) conversely (D) universally

7. The security guards checked our bags to make sure they didn’t contain any ______ items like guns
or knives.
(A) prohibited (B) disturbed (C) submitted (D) enclosed

8. It is nearly impossible to make the ________ between the  two designs since they resemble each other closely.
(A) impression
(B) distinction
(C) association
(D) commitment

9. Showing strong ______ , Cory is determined to persist till the very end of the competition.
(A) disorder (B) elegance (C) resolution (D) imitation

10. Vincent has got used to a life of ______ , which is why he was upset when I asked him to wait in line
like everyone else.
(A) instinct (B) privilege (C) triumph (D) tendency

11. (A) still (B) some (C) few (D) many

12. (A) Attending to (B) Stemming from (C) Contributing to (D) Accounting for

13. (A) adequately (B) scarcely (C) ineffectively (D) sincerely

14. (A) inexpensive bargains (B) popular landmarks
(C) package tours (D) alternative destinations

15. (A) tougher (B) brighter (C) lighter (D) heavier

16. (A) reliable (B) flexible (C) available (D) sensible

17. (A) became (B) become (C) becoming (D) have become

18. (A) Therefore (B) Secondly (C) By comparison (D) For instance

19. (A) abundance (B) moisture (C) cultivation (D) fertilizer

20. (A) absorb (B) sustain (C) distinguish (D) recover

三、文意選填(占 10 分)

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35. What is true according to the passage?
(A) Slow jogging requires not only a slower pace but also a shorter length of time.
(B) Slow jogging causes lesser strains on joggers’ body compared with regular jogging.
(C) Slow joggers spread their legs widely while moving at a steady pace.
(D) Slow jogging credits most of its popularity to its vital impact on weight loss.

36. Which of the following sentences is best put in ❶ in the second paragraph?
(A) “Slow jogging may bore them, but the long-term rewards can leave them speechless.”
(B) “They will do well to engage in sprinting and strength training exercises instead.”
(C) “Convinced of the benefits, they often advise fellow runners on how to make the most of it.”
(D) “Slow jogging is, after all, designed with their particular needs in mind.”

37. How does the writer present the information in the 3rd and 4th paragraphs?
(A) By comparing and contrasting different modes of jogging.
(B) By suggesting ideal practice venues for potential slow joggers.
(C) By informing readers of how to do slow jogging properly.
(D) By specifying who is most likely to benefit from slow jogging.

38. Which of the following topics or issues is NOT covered in this passage?
(A) How frequently beginners can do slow jogging.
(B) How to stay safe when doing slow jogging.
(C) Precautions before taking up slow jogging.
(D) Common sports injuries for slow joggers.

39. Which of the following is the BEST title for this passage?
(A) “The Unexpected Consequences of Tree-Planting in Africa’s Savannahs”
(B) “Positive and Negative Impacts of Tree-Planting on African Rhinos’ Habitat”
(C) “Forest Conservation Efforts Across Various Tropical Regions”
(D) “Why It Is Nearly Impossible to Save African Ecology from Collapsing”

40. What is NOT true according to this passage?
(A) Currently, there are efforts to restore the plant life in Africa.
(B) The African continent boasts a diverse range of wildlife.
(C) Africans are mostly reaping the benefits of their conservation efforts.
(D) Restricting future forest restoration plans in Africa is one potential option.

41. What is the author most likely to say about planting trees in Africa?
(A) “You should always stand in people’s shoes to engage them”
(B) “A picture is often worth over a thousand words.”
(C) “Fortune favors the bold and the courageous.”
(D) “Sometimes the road to disaster is paved with good intentions.”

42. What can be inferred from the two experts quoted in the last paragraph?
(A) Savannahs are supposed to fall into the same category as forests as in other tropical countries.
(B) Inappropriate tree planting results from the fact that forest restoration is considered a pressing matter.
(C) Careful evaluation of the plans will not necessarily ensure the success of future tree-planting projects.
(D) With sufficient funding and resources, forest restoration plans will stand a greater chance of success.

43. Which of the following set of information is mentioned in the passage?
a. International recognition of a care approach.
b. Government support for the mentally ill.
c. The financial reward for the foster family.
d. Various versions of how the tradition came about.
e. How locals perceive those with mental health issues.
f. Major sponsors for the foster care system.
(A) b. e. f. (B) a. c. e. (C) c. d. e. (D) a. d. f.

44. Which of the following is most likely the writer’s purpose of writing this passage?
(A) To offer solutions to the heavy burden on the national health insurance.
(B) To highlight how Taiwan can be a role model for treating people with poor mental health.
(C) To recommend a practice that embraces the mentally ill in the community.
(D) To raise public awareness of the importance of regular health examinations.

45. Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?
(A) Areas with more high-income households experience less discrimination.
(B) Initiatives proposed by the government come with sufficient funding.
(C) Designated facilities for the mentally ill are more ideal than foster families.
(D) Efforts are made in Taiwan to accommodate those with mental health issues.

46. In which of the following blanks can the word “stigma” be placed, as used in the last paragraph?
(A) “Without the social associated with mental health issues, patients would be capable of
living like the rest of the public.”
(B) “The opening of the community mental health center brought desired for people seeking
to reduce their caretaking duties.”
(C) “The government announced increased for community mental health services to improve
facilities and services.”
(D) “The new community care program provides realistic to help staff offer more effective
treatment.”

47. Which of the following pictures is Biblioteca Vasconcelos?(2 分)(A) (B)(C) (D)

48. What are the two separate words that refer to the front or the outside part of a building in the two
passages?(簡答，4 分)

49. Which following statements are true according to the passage?(多選題，4 分)
(A) Both libraries are internationally ranked as favorite tourist attractions.
(B) Both libraries boast plenty of room for people who want to read.
(C) Both libraries are models of environmentally-friendly architecture.
(D) Both passages mention areas for improvement.
(E) The writer prefers Biblioteca Vasconcelos to Tama Art University Library.
(F) Visiting Biblioteca Vasconcelos can be a feast for the eyes as well as the ears.

一、中譯英（占 8 分）
1. 為了未來的世代，在日常生活中減少塑膠垃圾是一項重要的任務。

一、中譯英（占 8 分）2. 許多餐廳和飲料店會提供折扣或折價券，以鼓勵顧客攜帶自己的容器。

二、英文作文（占 20 分）
說明︰依提示寫一篇英文作文，文長至少 120 個單詞（words）。
提示：在不同文化中，常有成年禮的儀式，而許多人也會藉由進行一些活動，來象徵高中階段
的結束。請同學寫一篇兩段的文章，關於你希望在高三畢業後最想從事的一項有紀念性
意義的活動或是壯舉。第一段說明活動內容，如需要的準備、活動步驟、地點、方式等，
第二段則是說明原因，如象徵意義和個人期待。