115年 - 115 桃園市國民中學新進教師甄選試題：英文科#140721

51. In a Grade 7 English class, the teacher speaks slightly above students' current level, introducing new words through context, gestures, and visuals — without translation.

Which SLA construct most directly describes the teacher's instructional practice?
(A)Affective Filter
(B)Pushed Output
(C)Interlanguage
(D)Comprehensible Input

52. In a Jigsaw classroom, which element of "Cooperative Learning" framework is most explicitly targeted by providing each student with a unique segment of the curriculum?
(A)Positive Interdependence through the necessity of resource sharing.
(B)Individual Accountability via randomized testing.
(C)Face-to-face promotive interaction during social skill training.
(D)Group processing of interpersonal dynamics after the task is completed.

53. Which of the following best describes the statement: "Tasks designed to provide learners with opportunities for communicating generally, and students need to draw on their own language resources to fulfill the task"?
(A)Focused task
(B)Pedagogic task
(C)Target task
(D)Unfocused task

54. When an instructor prioritizes "Focus on Meaning" (FonM) over "Focus on Form" (FonF) during a task-based activity, which pedagogical decision is most consistent with this approach? (A)Direct, explicit correction of morphosyntactic errors as they occur. (B)Providing "reactive feedback" through recasts only when communication breaks down. (C)Deconstructing linguistic structures before students engage in the communicative task. (D)Prioritizing the "metalinguistic awareness" of students over their communicative intent.

55. Which of the following best reflects the concept of "interlanguage" (Selinker, 1972) in second language acquisition?
(A)A random mixture of L1 and L2 words with no internal system.
(B)A transitional linguistic system shaped by learner errors and development.
(C)A fossilized version of the target language used by native speakers.
(D)A simplified pidgin used in multilingual environments.

56. According to Cognitive Load Theory, which strategy is most effective in optimizing the germane cognitive load to facilitate schema acquisition?
(A)Increasing the extraneous load to challenge the student's processing speed.
(B)Segregating related information into different spatial locations to reduce redundancy.
(C)Maximizing the intrinsic load of the task to ensure the cognitive architecture is fully engaged.
(D)Utilizing the worked-example effect to minimize unnecessary search processes in working memory.

57. The ______ of the catastrophic earthquake left thousands homeless, compounded by inadequate emergency response from local authorities.
(A)aftermath
(B)prelude
(C)juncture
(D)spectacle

58. The whistleblower ______ confidential information about corporate misconduct, risking severe legal consequences from his former employer.
(A)withheld
(B)disclosed
(C)manipulated
(D)retracted

59. The artist's style is so ______ that even those who are not familiar with art can recognize her work instantly.
(A)multifarious
(B)idiosyncratic
(C)munificent
(D)sumptuous

60. In academic writing, it is crucial to ______ between empirical evidence and personal anecdotes to maintain objectivity. (A)conflate (B)substantiate (C)burgeon (D)demarcate

61. The detective noticed a ______ discrepancy between the witness's initial statement and her testimony in court. (A)trivial (B)provisional (C)flagrant (D)versatile

62. The philosopher argued that human nature is not fixed but ______, shaped by both biological factors and social environments. (A)ethereal (B)quiescent (C)copious (D)plastic

63. The movement calls for the implementation of fair trade standards to ensure that workers are not ______ by exploitative global supply chains. (A)dispersed (B)illuminated (C)subjugated (D)vindicated

64. The unexpected ______ in tourism revenue boosted the regional economy, though local infrastructure struggled to accommodate the influx of visitors. (A)plunge (B)decline (C)surge (D)lull

65. Office workers often grow weary of ______ administrative tasks, trapped in repetitive routines that stifle creativity and personal growth. (A)fleeting (B)mundane (C)exotic (D)pivotal

66. The startup developed a ______ cybersecurity platform, engineered to withstand the most sophisticated digital threats facing modern enterprises. (A)fragile (B)porous (C)defective (D)robust

67. The committee found the researcher's methodology to be ______, as it lacked the rigorous controls necessary to validate such a provocative conclusion. (A)fastidious (B)spurious (C)innocuous (D)pleonastic

68. The biologist's groundbreaking theory introduced a new ______ in evolutionary research, yet conservative scholars were reluctant to abandon traditional methodologies. (A)anomaly (B)paradigm (C)conjecture (D)dichotomy

69. Students are more likely to participate actively in class when they feel their opinions are valued rather than ______. (A)dismiss (B)dismissed (C)to dismiss (D)dismissing

70. The population of Antarctica, a continent covered in ice, is only a fraction ______ population of Iceland, a volcanic island nation. (A)as (B)as is (C)is the (D)as is the

71. The philanthropist's prestige was predicated less on the sheer magnitude of his wealth ______ on the profound altruism manifested in his local educational initiatives. (A)but rather it was (B)than it was (C)as much as it had been (D)instead of being based

72. Only through the meticulous application of advanced neuroimaging ______ the true extent of the brain's capacity for neuroplasticity, a phenomenon long considered impossible. (A)have researchers been able to fathom (B)do researchers have finally grasped (C)did researchers begin to hypothesize (D)had researchers been capable of elucidating

73. Despite the initial vehement opposition, the architect's empirical evidence regarding structural integrity finally ______ and secured the necessary institutional backing. (A)went against the grain (B)set a new benchmark (C)rested on its laurels (D)tipped the scales

74.(A)Many (B)Others (C)Most (D)Several

75.(A)interrupt
(B)prolong
(C)trigger
(D)sustain

76.(A)duties
(B)chores
(C)tasks
(D)rituals

77.(A)audible
(B)visual
(C)sensory
(D)verbal

78.(A)habits (B)cues (C)distractions (D)effects

79.(A)intermittently oscillating between stasis and growth
(B)ostensibly flourishing amidst anthropogenic pressures
(C)exponentially rebounding in the aftermath of warming
(D)perilously poised on the verge of systemic failure

80.(A)Conversely
(B)Lamentably
(C)Paradoxically
(D)Symptomatically

81.(A)Complementary to the precipitous decline in
(B)Notwithstanding the deleterious impact of
(C)By means of the multifaceted restoration of
(D)For the express purpose of mitigating

82.(A)marginalize the gravity of
(B)appreciate the fleeting beauty of
(C)document the progression of
(D)ignore the looming threat of

83.(A)As a direct corollary (B)Be that as it may (C)By the same token (D)In a similar vein

84. Why does the department want to begin with a pilot program? (A)They lack enough teachers to redesign the curriculum. (B)They want to test the approach before expanding it. (C)They have already decided to reject the proposal. (D)They are required to follow government regulations.

85. What concern do some teachers have? (A)Students may dislike interdisciplinary learning. (B)Parents may oppose project-based instruction. (C)Group projects may be difficult to assess fairly. (D)Teachers may not have enough technological support.

86. What is Grace Lin asking Ms. Patel to provide? (A)A list of recommended textbooks. (B)Funding for classroom projects. (C)A schedule for future workshops. (D)Examples of assessment materials.

87. What is the primary purpose of the passage?
(A)To delineate the neurological underpinnings that differentiate innate talent from acquired skill.
(B) To champion the growth mindset as a panacea for overcoming long-standing socioeconomic disparities.
(C) To critically evaluate the ideological shift of the growth mindset from a research-based theory to its problematic practical applications.
(D) To advocate for a standardized pedagogical model that prioritizes student effort over academic benchmarks.

88. According to the second paragraph, what is a "false growth mindset"?
(A)The refusal to acknowledge that certain cognitive abilities are biologically predetermined.
(B) A pedagogical failure to provide positive reinforcement during a student's initial struggle.
(C) The belief that academic success is solely a byproduct of high-quality instructional scaffolding.
(D) A reductionist interpretation that prioritizes dogged persistence over the dynamic recalibration of learning strategies.

89. Why does the author mention "socioeconomic disparities" in the passage?
(A)To provide empirical evidence that students from affluent backgrounds are more predisposed to a growth mindset.
(B) To caution against a narrative that may inadvertently pathologize students for their lack of progress while ignoring structural inequities.
(C) To suggest that the growth mindset is a luxury only attainable in resource-rich educational environments.
(D) To emphasize the need for government-subsidized psychological interventions in underprivileged communities.

90. According to the passage, what is the author's primary concern regarding the "overemphasis on mindset"?
(A)It may inadvertently lead to the total abandonment of traditional assessment metrics in modern classrooms.
(B) It might cause educators to ignore the psychological distress associated with academic overachievement.
(C) It may encourage students to perceive failure as a permanent reflection of their lack of effort.
(D) It risks delegitimizing the impact of external barriers by placing the entire onus of achievement on the individual’s psychological state.

91. It risks delegitimizing the impact of external barriers by placing the entire onus of achievement on the individual's psychological state. 91. Based on the passage, which of the following teaching strategies would the author most likely recommend? (A) Validating a student’s exceptional performance by attributing it to their innate intellectual superiority. (B) Adopting a hands-off approach to allow students to develop resilience through unguided repetitive practice. (C) Integrating timely instructional scaffolding with an emphasis on the iterative refinement of learning methodologies. (D) Implementing rigorous performance metrics to ensure that effort is exclusively rewarded based on measurable academic output.

92. What is the main topic of the passage? (A) The benefits of automation in various industries. (B) The impact of automation on the future of work. (C) The ethical considerations of artificial intelligence. (D) The technical challenges of developing self-driving cars.

93. Which of the following is the most appropriate title for this passage?
(A) The Inevitable Rise of the Machines. (B)The Ethical Dilemma of Autonomous Systems. (C) The Double-Edged Sword of Automation: Progress with Challenges. (D) The Efficiency Revolution: How Automation is Transforming Industries.

94. Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage?
(A) The economic benefits of increased efficiency through automation. (B) The potential for automation to improve safety in certain professions. (C) The need for clear regulations governing the use of automated systems. (D) The example of automated assembly lines replacing human workers in factories.

95. According to the passage, which statement is supported? (A) Automation may require major educational changes. (B) Machines already outperform humans in every professional field. (C) Ethical concerns about automation are insignificant. (D) Workforce retraining is unnecessary in highly automated societies.

96. Which of the following best expresses the main idea of the passage?
(A)The inevitable transition of urban landscapes into standardized global hubs for the remote workforce.
(B)How the pursuit of personal liberation through digital nomadism inadvertently compromises the socio-cultural fabric of host locales.
(C)The role of governmental policy in mitigating the socioeconomic tensions between transient professionals and local residents.
(D)The failure of the "geographic cure" as a psychological solution for the modern global professional.

97. According to the passage, what is the "grim reality" associated with the influx of remote workers?
(A)The gradual reinvigoration of local neighborhoods stimulated by housing subsidies.
(B)The psychological disillusionment experienced by nomads failing to achieve genuine cultural integration.
(C)The fiscal strain on host government tasked with upgrading infrastructure for short-term residents.
(D)The involuntary displacement of local populations due to the prioritization of high-yield short-term accommodations.

98. According to the passage, what is the author's primary purpose in mentioning "Digital Nomad Visas"?
(A)To illustrate the proactive fiscal strategies adopted by nations to capitalize on the digital nomad trend.
(B)To advocate for more inclusive legislative frameworks that support the global mobile workforce.
(C)To provide evidence of the successful revitalization of aging infrastructures in historically affordable cities.
(D)To underscore the institutionalization of a lifestyle that contributes to the very gentrification it seeks to avoid.

99. What can be inferred about the "geographic cure" mentioned in passage? (A)It represents a cognitive bias where environmental novelty is perceived as a substitute for internal resolution. (B)It is a catalyst for deeper cultural immersion, enabling nomads to transcend their "expatriate bubble." (C)It facilitates a profound sense of community by aligning the nomad's lifestyle with local social structures. (D)It is a scientifically validated method used by urban planners to enhance the psychological well-being of residents.

100. Which of the following can best describe the author's tone toward the future of digital nomadism?
(A)Cynical regarding the professional motivations of remote workers.
(B)Ambivalent about the technological infrastructure supporting the lifestyle.
(C)Apprehensive about the long-term sustainability of host city ecosystems.
(D)Guardedly optimistic about the economic dividends generated by transient populations.