113年 - 113 國家安全情報特種考試_三等_政經組（選試英文）、情報組（選試英文）、國際組（選試英文）、資訊組（選試英文）：外國文（英文）#120505

科目：調查/國家安全情報◆三四等◆英文 | 年份：113年 | 選擇題數：40 | 申論題數：2

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所屬科目：調查/國家安全情報◆三四等◆英文

選擇題 (40)

1 AI technologies can provide highly precise insights into market trends, which allow companies to stay ahead of____and well prepare for a dynamic market. (A) competitors (B) participants (C) collectors (D) programmers
2 The more public transportation is used, the smaller a city’s carbon footprint is. This is because public transportation uses less____ . (A) vapor (B) space (C) fuel (D) distance
3 Vehicle cybersecurity is essential because autonomous cars must____with one another to share information for them to be safe. (A) communicate (B) motivate (C) contribute (D) manufacture
4 Placed strategically throughout the house, certain good luck plants are believed to bring prosperity, ____ , health and more. (A) closure (B) invitation (C) fortune (D) exchange
5 According to WHO, over seven hundred million people lack ____to clean water, meaning they are exposed to higher risks of diseases. (A) effort (B) attempt (C) engagement (D) access
6 Taipei 101’s ability to____the recent 7.4 magnitude earthquake lies in its use of reinforced concrete, a material renowned for its strength and flexibility. (A) withstand (B) eliminate (C) minimize (D) illustrate
7 Multiple days of heavy rains had flooded this city, so a team of rescuers was dispatched to____ residents trapped by rising waters. (A) export (B) exclude (C) evacuate (D) evaluate
8 It is estimated that by 2025, data centers will consume 20% of the world’s energy supply; it is thus urgent to adopt____ energy solutions. (A) sustainable (B) portable (C) controversial (D) functional
9 Ecotourism is designed to____a natural area’s vulnerable ecosystem, so it should allow visitors to experience the beauty of a destination without causing damage to it. (A) disregard (B) relocate (C) compete (D) safeguard
10 Criminology states that criminality is inherited; studies show that a significant number of____ youths have criminal fathers. (A) muscular (B) superficial (C) delinquent (D) proficient
11 Measures are being taken to stop employment agencies____ foreign workers. (A) exploiting (B) advocating (C) encountering (D) accelerating
12 Volcanoes are mountains that sometimes spurt out burning ash, gas, and hot ____ . (A) saliva (B) lama (C) yak (D) lava
13 After spending a fortune on a concert ticket, Irene was furious to find that the ticket was a ____. (A) counterpart (B) counteract (C) counter-argument (D) counterfeit
14 Harrier fighter planes have been____ “jump jets” because they can take off straight up into the air. (A) nicknamed (B) falsified (C) eliminated (D) neutralized
15 DNA collected from chewing gum led to arrest and ____ in a 1980 cold case murder. (A) villain (B) forgery (C) genocide (D) conviction
16 No one was sure if Adam could handle the pressure of making a public speech, but he ____ to the occasion and did an excellent job. (A) rolled (B) arose (C) rose (D) raised
17 The night before a big trip is the perfect time to tie up____ends, finishing any last-minute packing, and getting ready for the trip. (A) loose (B) loosen (C) lost (D) lose
18 A bridge collapsed after a massive cargo ship veered____ and struck the bridge. (A) on duty (B) off duty (C) of course (D) off course
19 Though eventually reaching the top of Mt. Everest, Jamling had to have two of his toes____ due to bad bleeding and frostbite. (A) expedited (B) amputated (C) gratified (D) impeded
20 The rising pop music star has shown a promising upward career____ . (A) outrage (B) trajectory (C) monotony (D) blockage
21 (A) countries (B) sources (C) customs (D) societies
22 (A) accounted for (B) given up (C) taken off (D) intervened with
23 (A) In addition to (B) In spite of (C) To sum up (D) By the way
24 (A) regression (B) problem (C) growth (D) involvement
25 (A) officers (B) socialists (C) educators (D) migrants
26 (A) sanitary (B) formal (C) habitual (D) confusing
27 (A) condensed (B) complementary (C) commercial (D) controversial
28 (A) arguments (B) benefits (C) emotions (D) pressures
29 (A) cram (B) claim (C) approve (D) improve
30 (A) relation (B) conclusion (C) revolution (D) conflict
31 What is the main idea of this passage? (A) To discuss why E-commerce companies are booming. (B) To explain how to effectively manage the inventory of a company. (C) To highlight the importance of positive reviews customers provide. (D) To encourage business owners to use supply chain management.
32 Which of the following magazines is most likely to be the source of this passage? (A) Green Living. (B) Sports and Health. (C) Online Business. (D) Creative Baking.
33 According to the passage, how many percentages of customers tend to make a decision based on customer reviews? (A) 93%. (B) 85%. (C) 72%. (D) 60%.
34 According to the passage, which of the following statements is true? (A) E-commerce businesses are not affected by negative customer reviews. (B) Delivering goods quickly can lead to positive customer reviews. (C) Few supply chain management systems are effective in practice. (D) Customers do not need to know if certain goods are in stock.
35 What can be inferred from this passage? (A) E-commerce businesses are more likely to keep low inventory. (B) Effective supply chain management is essential for e-commerce. (C) Customers are encouraged to upload comments to get coupons. (D) More younger generations are shopping online than older generations.
36 What is the main idea of this passage? (A) To discuss why ChatGPT attracts millions of active users in a short time. (B) To explain that development of AI comes with huge environmental cost. (C) To explore how generative AI can improve various aspects of our lives. (D) To discover the new sustainable energy sources for supporting AI operation.
37 According to the passage, what are the two resources necessary for AI development? (A) Data centers and storage space. (B) Gasoline and electricity. (C) Electricity and water. (D) Rainfall and wind power.
38 Which is used as evidence for the large and growing footprint of AI technology? (A) OpenAI’s ChatGPT has more than 100 million active users every month. (B) There will be 9000 data centers around the world ten years from now. (C) Development of AI relies on the constructions of more data centers. (D) Data centers’ electricity consumption in 2026 will be twice that of 2022.
39 Which of the following issues is NOT discussed in the passage? (A) AI technology encourages the use of green energy. (B) We must limit the ecological footprint of AI technology. (C) Complex calculations for AI operations demand huge amount of electricity. (D) Cooling systems preventing computers from overheating consume much water.
40 What is the author’s attitude towards the development of AI and its impacts on the environment? (A) We need to balance the benefits of AI and its environmental impact. (B) We must stop building data centers that are exhausting natural resources. (C) We can move data centers to areas that can provide abundant resources. (D) We should properly maintain the power-hungry equipment that runs AI.

申論題 (2)

一、英譯中：請將以下文章翻譯成中文（20 分）
     International fraud is a growing concern in today’s interconnected world. With the rapid advancement of the technology and global financial systems, criminals have found new avenues to perpetrate fraudulent activities across borders, exploiting vulnerabilities and loopholes in international regulations. International fraud encompasses a wide range of deceptive practices, including identity theft, money laundering, investment scams, and cyber fraud. These schemes often involve complex networks of individuals and organizations operating in multiple jurisdictions, making it challenging for law enforcement agencies to investigate and prosecute offenders effectively.
     In a world where borders are increasingly porous, combating international fraud demands a proactive and unified approach. To effectively combat international fraud, there is an urgent need for enhanced international cooperation, harmonized legal frameworks, increased resource allocation, and the development of innovative strategies that can keep pace with evolving criminal tactics.
二、英文寫作：請根據以下指示寫一篇英文作文（30 分）
     Cybersecurity has become a critical concern for national security, aligning with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions. Write an essay to discuss the role of investigators in countering cyber threats and protecting sensitive digital assets, and how their work contributes to achieving SDG 16.