107學年第1學期 第一次期中考<英文> 試卷
適用科別年級: 藝三 併科科目：英語會話
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範圍：三民版第五冊L7L8+W2
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1. Having ____ H1N1 , Brian was forced to be isolated from his classmates for at least one week. (A)resolved (B)contracted (C)exceeded (D)inserted
2. Some people prefer small cars because they are ____ on fuel. (A)domestic (B)alcoholic (C)political (D)economical
3. Written exams are a common means of ____ to see how well students do at school. (A)assessment (B)priority (C)compliment (D)adjustment
4. Brenda became rich overnight because she inherited a ____ fortune from her aunt. (A)fatal (B)juvenile (C)substantial (D)contemporary
5. Violence ____ as soon as the police accidentally shot one of the protesters. (A)erupted (B)detected (C)boosted (D)slashed
6. It is a matter of ____ that relief goods should be sent to the disaster area immediately. (A)import (B)modesty (C)urgency (D)endurance
7. After hours of delay , we ____ arrived at our destination at midnight. (A)immensely (B)acutely (C)unashamedly (D)ultimately
8. With his remarkable playing skills , Yo-Yo Ma has become a ____ cellist in the world. (A)outraged (B)agonized (C)terrified (D)distinguished
9. The new tax law has been passed and will be ____ from the beginning of next year. (A)embraced (B)sacrificed (C)implemented (D)legislated
The government has placed a speed ____ in residential areas to prevent road accidents. (A)distribution (B)restriction (C)demonstration (D)civilization
The rise of oil prices made scientists search for new energy resources to ____ oil. (A)apply (B)inform (C)persuade (D)replace
With rising oil prices , there is an increasing ____ for people to ride bicycles to work. (A)tendency (B)permit (C)instrument (D)appearance
There are altogether 154 foreign students in this university , ____ a total of thirteen different countries. (A)constructing (B)exploiting (C)representing (D)participating
The teacher’s detailed explanation helped his students gain an ____ of this masterpiece. (A)discipline (B)appreciation (C)economy (D)solution
Reading someone’s diary without asking first isn’t illegal , but it is ____ wrong. (A)morally (B)relatively (C)creatively (D)faithfully
When you visit a night market in Taiwan , remember to ____ delicious local snacks. (A)calculate (B)sample (C)consult (D)orbit
Warm and humid temperatures are ____ weather in Taiwan. The temperatures rarely drop to below 10 degrees Celsius. (A)typical (B)organic (C)vain (D)mild
The political analyst ____ that the opposition party was the real winner in this election. This viewpoint was shared by the public , too. (A)embraced (B)frustrated (C)absorbed (D)commented
The suspect’s testimony of his innocence is not ____. The judge ordered a lie detection to be performed. (A)occasional (B)exaggerating (C)blooming (D)convincing
After a long day’s work , all I need is a hot bath to ____ myself. (A)resume (B)resemble (C)relax (D)resign
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(A) access (B)launched (C)assistance (D)at bay (E)to name but a few (AB)them (AC)endured (AD)budget (AE)which (BC)owing to
The World Food Program(WFP) is the largest humanitarian organization in the world. It is the food aid branch of the United Nations , addressing the worldwide food crisis. It works with other sister organizations within the UN , and provided food (21)____ to 100 million people a year.
It operates in close to 80 countries , one of (22)___ is Cambodia.
In Cambodia , 15 to 20 percent of the population has long (23)____ famine-like conditions. Natural disasters and other problems make it difficult for people to get enough to eat. Malnutrition is common , especially in the countryside. The WFP is , in total , assisting over one million people in Cambodia. A food aid project has been (24)___ to provide breakfast for young Cambodian students. Breakfast for these children is designed to be as nutritional as possible. With (25)___ to nutritional food , these children have become healthier , and their ability to learn has been greatly enhanced. The breakfast includes rice , sardines , and yellow split peas , (26)____. The children are so delighted that many of (27)___ look forward to bringing their plates and spoons to class.
The project was once suspended (28)___ soaring food prices. However , the WFP managed to secure new funds for resuming the program. This will allow 450000 schoolchildren in 1344 rural schools to have a meal before school each day. The (29)___ is about $20 per child. Thanks to donors , the WFP is able to feed the Cambodian schoolchildren , keeping their hunger (30)___ throughout the school year.
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It is a sunny , breezy day. How about grabbing some blankets , filling your food basket , and taking in (31)___ scenery while eating outdoors ? Well , people all over the world have been enjoying picnicking for more than five hundred years.
The history of picnicking (32)___ the Europeans. Picnics evolved from the fancy traditions of rich people’s outdoor feasts. Medieval hunting parties and country banquets in the Renaissance era (33)___ the foundation of the outdoor meals that we see today.
The word , coming from French pique-nique , did not become an English word until the mid 18th century. In the beginning , this French word referred to indoor meals. As time went by , though , the meaning of the word shifted to “outdoor meals.” Moreover , the practice was (34)___ exclusive to Europeans. It spread to the New Continent and caught on like wildfire.
Today , it is no exaggeration to say that picnics are as American as apple pie. American picnic meals can be as simple as hamburgers , hot dogs , and juice. They can also be very elaborate and offer expensive food like at a formal party.
Whatever the location , food , and purpose , a (35)___ and carefree dining experience is what anyone enjoys. What are you waiting for ? Let’s go on a picnic !
31.(A)surround (B)surrounded (C)surrounding (D)surroundings
32.(A)dates back to (B)has something to do with (C)makes the best of (D)hands over
33.(A)lies (B)lied (C)lays (D)laid
34.(A)no longer (B)by far (C)at random (D)at times
35.(A)relax (B)relaxing (C)relaxed (D)relaxation
Diamonds are indeed a desirable item to possess. If we (36)___ encompassed by an unending abundance of them , we probably wouldn’t care very much. But this is not true because now diamonds are a rare substance all over the world.
The name Diamond is derived from the Greek word , Adamas , meaning “the unconquerable.” Diamonds are the hardest substance and have the highest melting point of any natural substance on this earth.
Diamonds are always valued in terms of the 4 Cs : the cut , the color , the clarity , and the carat. The concept of the 4 Cs is said (37)___ in 1939.
These glittering pieces have always had a long list of admirers who are keen to (38)___ these precious stones. Diamonds are often considered as a (39)___ of love and strength. For some , diamonds are a way to say you care , whereas it is the sheer brilliance and beauty of diamonds that hold the attention of people concerned about fashion. Diamonds are also connected with the notion of long-term commitment. That’s why diamond jewelry is very popular as a wedding gift (40)___ for anniversaries.
36.(A)are (B)should be (C)were to be (D)were
37.(A)to have been introduced (B)to be introduced (C)that it was introduced (D)that it were introduced
38.(A)launch (B)install (C)weave (D)collect
39.(A)magic (B)symbol (C)moral (D)capacity
40.(A)in place of (B)in relation to (C)as well as (D)by means of
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1.相反的 , 就是失敗強化他去為理想奮鬥的決心
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2.由於他的努力 ,Job的公司漸漸成為電腦市場的主力
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3.事實上 , 他常常拿超過他平常一餐吃的三倍量食物
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4.生命中有許多事是要及時去做的 , 譬如愛 . 行善 . 與冒險
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5.這是因為人生是短暫且是無法預料的 , 你永遠不知道下一刻會發生什麼事
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107學年第1學期 第二次期中考<英文> 試卷
適用科別年級: 藝三 併科科目：英語會話V
教務主任：
範圍：三民版第五冊L9L10+W3
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1. The lifeguard made an ____ to save the drowning boy. Sadly, he didn’t make it. (A)cooperation (B)guarantee (C)supplement (D)attempt
2. Most of the time, a quick and easy ___ isn’t satisfactory. Sometimes, it may make things worse. (A)enhance (B)backpacker (C)resolution (D)applicant
3. The main purpose of the conference is about environmental protection with special ___ on reducing carbon emissions. (A)emphasis (B)perspectives (C)landscape (D)worthwhile
4. To tourists, Taj Mahal has a mysterious, ____ beauty which is beyond description. (A)eligible (B)entrancing (C)blazing (D)proficient
5. The ____ of the novel makes it difficult for young readers to fully understand or even appreciate it. (A)discriminate (B)complexity (C)quiver (D)grin
6. In “Sleeping Beauty,” the princess falls into a deep sleep for one hundred years after being cast a spell by the ___ witch. (A)streamed (B)curled (C)wicked (D)optimistic
7. Playing a role in the hit movie has ___ the ordinary school boy into a well-known star almost overnight. (A)slight (B)stuff (C)universe (D)transformed
8. White water rafting is a challenging outdoor activity that can guarantee you an unforgettable ___. (A)automatic (B)adventure (C)deficiency (D)flow
9. By bending your body and stretching your limbs, you can relieve ___ and feel much more relaxed in minutes. (A)flaw (B)ambition (C)accounts (D)tension
The same nightmare which has haunted me for years keeps ___. It almost drives me crazy. (A)devoured (B)accumulated (C)exerts (D)recurring
A female passenger claimed that she had been sexually ___ by a middle-aged man, so the bus driver drove to the police station directly. (A)harassed (B)gloomy (C)vivid (D)accurate
If you spill coffee on the carpet, you’d better clean it immediately; otherwise, it may leave a ___ stain. (A)penalty (B)permanent (C)lunatic (D)inference
The worker has been constantly ___ to noises on the construction site, his hearing deteriorates rapidly. (A)rituals (B)exposed (C)ancestors (D)gravity
In 2005 Stanford Commencement Address, Steve Jobs ___ that he was brought up by stepparents and that he was a college dropout. (A)statistical (B)stabilize (C)trampled (D)acknowledged
Sarah bought a wedding dress smaller than her real size in ___ of losing some weight before getting married. (A)anticipation (B)tumbled (C)strangled (D)paralyzed
Dr. Chen’s speech on the new energy source attracted great ___ from the audience at the conference. (A)fortune (B)attention (C)solution (D)influence
With the completion of several public ___ projects, such as the MRT, commuting to work has become easier for people living in the suburbs. (A)traffic (B)travel (C)transportation (D)transfer
Since our classroom is not air-conditioned, we have to ___ the heat during the hot summer days. (A)tolerate (B)consume (C)recover (D)promote
If you know the language of the country you visit, you can make more ___ with people when you travel. (A)prevention (B)allowance (C)competition (D)contact
They hope to find the black box of the plane so that they could ___ what had caused the crash. (A)refuse (B)determine (C)escape (D)memorize
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(A) means (B)anticipate (C)facing (D)aggressive (E)needed (AB)plagued (AC)explore (AD)specific(AE)raises (BC)ignoring
Some children may enjoy going to school, while others find it to be a rather unpleasant experience. These children may suffer from a mental condition known as “school phobia.” Students with school phobia have trouble (21)___ difficulties in school and often find reasons to skip class. For example, they often tell their parents the feel unwell, without clearly describing (22)___ symptoms. Sometimes, they may really feel sick, but pretending to be ill is often a (23)___ of avoiding school. Other symptoms of school phobia may be shown in a student’s behavior—the are apt to become withdrawn, (24)___, or emotional. Some students may be punished for their negative behavior as a result, which (25)___ their fear of going to school.
School phobia can be rooted in many problems. In many cases, children with this condition are (26)___ by verbal abuse from classmates or schoolmates. Having exposed to verbal abuse, these young victims are highly likely to have low self-esteem. As their fear of verbal abuse develops into school phobia, they might stop making friends with others as well. However, hardly could most parents (27)___ how much verbal abuse can affect children. They are not aware that (28)___ the problem of verbal abuse can sometimes lead to serious results, such as committing suicide.
The first step in curing school phobia, of course, is to (29)___ the root of the problem and address it. To deal with the problem, the cooperation of teachers, parents, and school psychologists is (30)___. Supporting children through a problem works much better than punishment for skipping school or misbehaving. The process can take a long time, but the efforts are definitely worth it.
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Speed limits are imposed on vehicles in many parts of the world. Minimum speed limits are meant to (31)___ a smooth traffic flow. On the other hand , maximum speed limits re supposed to reduced road accidents. It is assumed that if a person drives slowly , accidents can be (32)____. owever , statistics may prove otherwise. In Germany there is only a “recommended” speed limit of 130km per hour on the freeways , but they have much lower
accident rates than the US, where lower speed limits are imposed. Thus, what matters is not really how fast a person drives. (33)____ people who do not obey the traffic regulations are the major causes of accidents. Therefore, if we want to (34)____ ways of improving traffic conditions and insuring safety on the roads, we have to make sure drivers follow the traffic rules. That is to say, the strict enforcement of laws is the best solution to the problem of (35)___ accident rates.
31.(A)volunteer (B)allow (C)polish (D)transport
32.(A)produced (B)observed (C)prevented (D)criticized
33.(A)After all (B)At least (C)For instance (D)As usual
34.(A)commit to (B)compete with (C)hold onto (D)look for
35.(A)risen (B)rising (C)rise (D)rose
You may want to travel to foreign country after this big exam, but you’d better be well-prepared (36)___ your native country. Here are some tips that will make your trip abroad more enjoyable.
First, you’d better learn a little bit of the language used in your destination country. It can be a few words of greeting or practical (37)___ for things like shopping or asking for directions. They may come in handy on the trip.
Second, try to talk to some friendly local people. You may be traveling with companions, but don’t stick to them (38)___ ; try to reach out to the local people to show your good will, ask for advice or, if possible, exchange ideas.
Third, you should be open-minded. You are sure to come across different forms of social etiquette, lifestyles, and even values. You may feel (39)___ by these cultural differences, but they are what will make your trip exciting. Show respect for the other culture’s traditions and try to learn about the history behind their customs. The reward of all your efforts will be the unforgettable (40)____ you can bring home to share with your friends.
36.(A)after leaving (B)before you left (C)after you left (D)before leaving
37.(A)competitions (B)expressions (C)organizations (D)expectation
38.(A)on time (B)after all (C)at the same time (D)all the time
39.(A)devoted (B)shocked (C)improved (D)determined
40.(A)memories (B)criticisms (C)refusals (D)secrets
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1.是她一輩子對歌唱的愛好, 讓她終於成為國際上備受推崇的歌唱家
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2.要不是她聲音有特色, 她無法實現她的夢想及獲得商業上的成功
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3.早睡早起有益健康是廣為認同的事實
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4.她要我牢記妥善管理時間是我首要該做的事
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5.有一次我因為整晚熬夜做功課而被媽媽訓斥
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107學年第1學期 期末考<英文> 試卷
適用科別年級: 藝三 併科科目：
教務主任：
範圍：三民版第五冊L11.L12
文意字彙40%
1. After the battle, a talk was held to get the war prisoners out of ____. (A)surrender (B)captivity (C)postponement (D)abandon
2. Jewish people suffered ____ from the Nazis during World War II. (A)opposition (B)distribution (C)subtraction (D)oppression
3. The ____ in this hotel include tennis courts, a swimming pool, spa baths, and a fancy restaurant. (A)facilities (B)replacement (C)transference (D)contribution
4. Kevin bowed his head in ____ when he was caught cheating in the exam. (A)observation (B)enclose (C)shame (D)deposit
5. Many people think that cruel sports like bullfighting should be ____. (A)infected (B)entertained (C)abolished (D)annoyed
6. To pursue more freedom, people of the country resolve to overthrow their military government and organize a _____ one. (A)poisonous (B)miserable (C)dense (D)democratic
7. Mr. Lin is never _____ to any of his students; he tries to treat them equally. (A)weird (B)partial (C)stiff (D)concrete
8. All the other women at the party were ____ by Helen’s incredible beauty and charm. (A)eclipsed (B)clarified (C)squeezed (D)notified
9. We asked Julie to ____ hotel accommodations in that tourist spot for us, since she had been there last year. (A)tolerate (B)operate (C)recommend (D)defend
After reading the ____ on the back cover, I can tell that the novel might be a romantic love story. (A)articles (B)excerpt (C)process (D)innocence
The children were so ____ to see the clown appear on stage that they laughed, screamed, and clapped their hands happily. (A)admirable (B)fearful (C)intense (D)delighted
The seriously injured driver brought to the emergency room is in ____ need of medical attention. (A)complicated (B)urgent (C)ordinary (D)impulsive
For the sake of the patients’ health, we provide them with _____ meals every day. (A)attractive (B)luxurious (C)nutritious (D)exotic
How ____ it is to hear that we didn’t win the right to hold the next winter Olympic games!(A)depressing (B)desirable (C)daring (D)deniable
To the world-famous novelist’s disappointment, her new book didn’t get favorable ______. (A)warnings (B)attempts (C)reviews (D)contacts
Many parents are worried about uncensored _____ in TV programs nowadays. They believe that such scenes could harm children. (A)sentence (B)violence (C)patience (D)balance
The overzealous fans ____ when they saw their favorite singer appear in the airport. They dashed forward, asking for his autograph. (A)proposed (B)calculated (C)emphasized (D)screamed
James sent out his wedding ____ to all his friends and family members, hoping to receive their blessings for his marriage. (A)association (B)generations(C)invitations (D)perfections
It is common practice that condemned criminals will be granted one last meal of their preference before they are ____. (A)extended (B)executed (C)exchanged (D)explained
When in the wild, you may want to hit the grass with a _____ before you walk in it. This is to scare away snakes or harmful insects. (A)shower (B)stick (C)mask (D)fight
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(A)advice (B)in reality (C)discovery (D)ability (E)expert (AB)effective (AC)however (AD)discuss(AE)result in (BC)focused on
A new study related to Alzheimer’s disease has been published online recently. The report gives earnest (21)____ that people engage regularly in physical activities such as walking and climbing stairs. Researchers of this study indicate regular physical activities are (22)___ enough to help people maintain a sharp mind when they become older. This (23)___ is not new. Nevertheless, the study strengthens previous reports which (24)____ how various types of exercise might contribute to reduced rates of mental impairment in the elderly. Most previous studies on exercise and dementia (25)___ healthy people. This new study, (26)___, includes almost 3000 women who are over 65 and have suffered from either heart disease or stroke.
As we all know, unhealthy cholesterol levels and high blood pressure are key factors that (27)___ heart disease or stroke. And scientists have found these two health problems are, (28)___, closely linked to problems known as cognitive decline. Cognitive decline refers to the decline of one’s memory and verbal (29)____. It often precedes Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, as a medical (30)___ points out. In short, the new study makes the message clearer than ever to us now: the more we stay physically active, the longer we can maintain our brain health.
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Each January, as soon as the Association for Library Service to Children announces the winners of first prize and (31)___ second prizes, these books sell out within days. At the same time, teachers often add the books to their reading list. The award, which debuted in 1922, is given to outstanding books of children’s literature. It is required that winning books (32)___ to children, and contribute to literature as well. For nearly a century, the prize has been considered the greatest (33)___ for those in the writing business. (34)___, there are a few restrictions on entries. Firstly, the authors need to be American citizens, and the books need to be published in English the previous year in America. With the many criteria, the association has received (35)___ from authors and agents. Still, the award is one of the most prestigious in its field.
31.(A)the last of (B)a couple of (C)the risk of (D)some kind of
32.(A)be related (B)relates (C)have related (D)to relate
33.(A)frequency (B)foolishness (C)frustration (D)fulfillment
34.(A)In brief (B)In conclusion (C)However (D)Therefore
35.(A)adventures (B)wilderness (C)consideration (D)complaints
Long before Christ was born, legends in the Arabic told about a mysterious drink. It is black, strong in flavor, and can (36)___ a powerful stimulant. That could be the first mention of coffee, a drink that has swept the world today. In ancient days, another widely told story mentions a shepherd who found his goats strangely excited after chewing on certain berries. Puzzled by this magical effect, the shepherd (37)___ a local monk, who later distilled the berry to create a strong beverage. This was (38)___ the coffee drink came into being. Even though coffee has existed for thousands of years in the Arabic and Native American world, it was (39)___ the late 1500s that coffee traders introduced this exotic beverage to the western world. Europeans fell in love with the beverage, and its consumption dramatically (40)____ in decades. Later in the following centuries, the Europeans colonists brought this popular drink to their colonies.
36.(A)serve as (B)turn down (C)be used to (D)be regarded as
37.(A)called off (B)turned to (C)put on (D)turned on
38.(A)whether (B)what (C)where (D)how
39.(A)only in (B)due to (C)not until (D)no later than
40.(A)decreased (B)increased (C)assembled (D)interacted
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1.一個人真正的成就不在於他所累積的財富, 而在於他對社會所做的貢獻
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2.凡是熱中於捐獻慈善機構或致力於志工工作的人是值得尊敬和讚美的
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3.如果物價繼續上漲, 該怎麼辦 ? 我們似乎沒有選擇餘地, 只能減少我們的購買量
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4.我們不能再買奢侈品了,相反的, 我們會被限制只能購買一些必需品
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5.如果這些科學家旅行到未來, 他們就會知道複製生物會給人類帶來什麼災難
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