所屬科目:統測◆15外語群英語類◆(二)英文閱讀與寫作
1.(A)much(B)so(C)too(D)very
2. (A)allocated(B)encountered(C)maintained(D)registered
3. (A)allowed for(B)belonged to(C)called off(D)looked into
4. (A)authority(B)boundary(C)exchange(D)mechanic
5.(A)Contrary to(B)Instead of(C)Regardless of(D)Thanks to
6. They originate 6 from intentionally manufactured for industrial use or from larger plastic waste broken down by sunlight, weathering or wave action.(A)above(B)both(C)either(D)neither
7. Research indicates that synthetic fabrics, like polyester or nylon used in activewear, 7 thousands of “microfibers” during one single laundry cycle.(A)fused(B)lured(C)shed(D)vowed
8. Once microplastics enter the ocean, they are not mere trash but become 8 “disguised food,” causing damage to not only marine life but also humans.(A)deadly(B)refreshed(C)scholarly(D)withered
9. Recent scientific studies have detected microplastics in human placentas, blood, and lung tissue, 9 can lead to serious health problems to people.(A)that(B)this(C)what(D)which
10. Microplastics are a mirror 10 the consequences of our “throwaway culture.”(A)absorbing(B)deserving(C)reflecting(D)suspending
11. conventional paintings that capture a single frozen moment, time-based media art invites viewers to watch, listen, or interact over a period of time.(A)By means of(B)In contrast to(C)On behalf of(D)With regard to
12. The 12 of this approach can be traced to experimental work in film and performance during the 1960s.(A)ally(B)corridor(C)hazard(D)origin
13. Since then, a wide range of practitioners 13 these ideas in innovative directions.(A)extend(B)are extending(C)will extend(D)have extended
14. the room’s pattern 14 changes as people enter and leave.(A)constantly(B)fragilely(C)politically(D)reluctantly
15. Other projects turn toward cognition, concentrating on memory reconstruction for individuals with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. Through interactive imagery and sound, those patients are invited to reconnect with fragmented personal memories. Similarly, some experimental theaters and cultural parks in Taiwan combine overlapping digital projections and responsive sounds 15 stories drawn from markets, lanes, and festivals.(A)at(B)in(C)on(D)with
16. Which of the following best describes the main idea of the text?(A)The rise of international travel after the pandemic has made it impossible for historical cities to become world famous destinations.(B)While tourism is the most important engine for global economic growth, it should be limited to cities with modern infrastructure.(C)The most effective way to solve urban overcrowding is to increase tourist taxes and replace local shops with high-end souvenir stores.(D)Overtourism creates challenges, but shifting from a focus on quantity to quality can help create a better future for both residents and visitors.
17. In the second paragraph, why does the author mention the challenges faced by public facilities at tourist spots?(A)To demand that local governments stop all tourism-related construction immediately(B)To explain why residents prefer to move to areas with more narrow and tightly packed streets(C)To illustrate how the original scale of these locations is overwhelmed by the number of visitors(D)To suggest that developing modern facilities is more important than preserving historical streets
18. According to the table in the passage, which of the following statements is true?(A)Strategies that limit cruise ships or control hotel growth help to increase the money spent by each tourist.(B)Digital reservation systems are the most popular strategy because they are the easiest for all three cities to use.(C)Kyoto’s strategy of restricting bus routes is more effective at increasing visitor spending than Amsterdam’s hotel ban.(D)Venice’s access fee primarily targets high-value tourists, explaining why its resident satisfaction improved the most.
19. A city official wants to significantly improve resident satisfaction while maximizing economic growth. According to the passage, which approach would the author most likely recommend?(A)Introducing tourist taxes and focusing on high-value visitors(B)Encouraging local people to leave and building more souvenir stores(C)Lowering daily entry fees and cancelling strict bus route restrictions(D)Inviting large tour groups and promoting innovative digital reservation
20. Which of the following can be inferred from the passage regarding the future of tourism?(A)Increasing tourism revenue will inevitably lead to a decrease in resident satisfaction.(B)Successful tourism will focus more on protecting local communities than on just growing visitor numbers.(C)Limiting the number of tourists will decrease tourism revenue and therefore harm the local businesses seriously.(D)Digital technology will gradually reduce the demand for physical tourism and decrease the pressure of overtourism.
22. According to the passage, what reaction did many young Black girls have when Halle Bailey appeared as Ariel?(A)They felt disappointed because it was so far from the truth.(B)They felt so angry because their cultures were not respected.(C)They felt happy because they saw themselves represented on screen.(D)They felt amused because they experienced a lot of technology in the movie.
23. What can be inferred about Disney’s recent casting choices from the examples of Tiana, Moana, and Ariel?(A)Disney is trying to stay away from political correctness.(B)Disney is moving away from fairy tales toward action films.(C)Disney is willing to take on more social responsibility as a company.(D)Disney is attempting to hold on to its traditional narrative framework.
24. What is the article author’s attitude toward a dark-colored Little Mermaid?(A)It is ignorant to have a colored actress play the Little Mermaid.(B)Performance and shared human emotions are more important than appearance.(C)A dark-colored Little Mermaid fails to convey the core message from the story.(D)When cultural loyalty and contemporary values clash, we should respect the former.
25. Which of the following is the best sentence to end the final paragraph?(A)It is about how to produce more biased movies by adapting fairy tales.(B)It is about how to use media to build a more inclusive cultural environment.(C)It is about how to hire more actors from minority groups to play the leading roles.(D)It is about how to respect original authors who create the characters in fairy tales.
26. What is the best title for this passage?(A)Personality Types, Risks, and Rewards(B)Modern Technology, Motivation, and Trend(C)Deception Categories, Operations, and Prevention(D)Government Efficiency, Safety, and Responsibility
27. According to the passage, which of the following statements about scam is true?(A)Scammers in romance scams first acquire legal government documents and then build fake romantic relationships.(B)As shown in the table, for people under 18, online auction scams have the highest percentage among all scam types.(C)In government impersonation scams, scammers usually pretend to be the victim’s friends and request money for emergencies.(D)The table shows that among individuals aged above 65, the rates of ATM scams are two times higher than those of romance scams.
28. According to the passage, which of the following statements correctly describes the victim’s experience in the scam process?(A)In the Execution and Further Exploitation stages, scammers guide victims to transfer money and demand extra fees after the victim’s initial payment to extract more money.(B)In the stage of the Manipulation, when scammers first meet victims online, they quickly claim the victims won a prize and ask victims to prepay the tax.(C)In the Hook stage, scammers announce themselves as suspicious, then build trust through consistent communication before creating urgency.(D)In the Net stage of scams, scammers create time pressure to rush victims and present solutions with unreal government papers.
29. According to the passage, which statement is true about victims’ personality, awareness, and safety behaviors?(A)Risk-takers who don’t question things and have high self-control are often easier targets for scams.(B)One’s personality traits are important factors that affect an individual’s risk of being scammed in different situations.(C)Citizens can trust random calls from banks or official agencies because they shouldn’t question official-sounding calls.(D)Practical suggestions about scammers’ deceptive methods are more effective in reducing scams than urgent warnings about immediate financial risks.
30. Which number indicates the most appropriate place to insert the following sentence? “Since scammers use many tricks to cheat people, recognizing warning signs is important for preventing scams.”(A)①(B)②(C)③(D)④
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