114年 - 114 全國高級中等學校學生技藝競賽考試_商業類:職場英文#140174

1. Advances in early detection of cancer ________ increase the chances of survival. (A) temporarily (B) initially (C) significantly (D) productively

2. The new wearable device enables users to trace their daily steps and ________ their blood oxygen saturation. (A) objectify (B) monitor (C) synchronize (D) jeopardize

3. The museum agreed to host an exhibition featuring ________ expressionist paintings. (A) contemporary (B) rebellious (C) fiscal (D) disruptive

4. To determine a document's authenticity, one must ________ examine its content and source. (A) aggressively (B) meticulously (C) optimistically (D) indifferently

5. Training workshops shall ________ organizational goals, such as fostering innovation. (A) infringe upon (B) dispose of (C) align with (D) drain out

6. As the Russo-Ukraine war ________, its outcome has been highly unpredictable, but the death toll will inevitably increase. (A) reigns (B) imposes (C) kindles (D) unfolds

7. Entering the workforce with a high school diploma nowadays means an ________ rate several times the rate of those with a college degree. (A) entertainment (B) accomplishment (C) unemployment (D) enforcement

8. Labubus, the wide-eyed, furry, snaggle-toothed dolls ________ by Chinese toymaker Pop Mart, continue to set records on the online resale marketplace StockX. (A) documented (B) anticipated (C) manufactured (D) contemplated

9. March 8 is International Women's Day, a time to honor the social, economic, cultural, and political accomplishments of women worldwide, in history and at present, and a call to action for ________ gender equality. (A) accelerating (B) compensating (C) distributing (D) enriching

10. Among the ________ myths from the Mediterranean region that have influenced Western thought and imagination is the legend of the Amazons, the mythic tribe of women warriors. (A) continuous (B) radical (C) logical (D) numerous

11. Director Shawn Levy of the hit franchise, "Night at the Museum," offered an update on the ________ Broadway musical adaptation with songs by Alan Menken. (A) forthcoming (B) incidental (C) twisted (D) premature

12. The new legislation aimed at restricting Big Tech was introduced to protect citizens' data from commercial exploitation and government ________. (A) publicity (B) nationalism (C) transmission (D) surveillance

13. In response to the escalating threat of online misinformation, many countries have begun to adopt more ________________ regulatory measures aimed at safeguarding democratic processes. (A) reckless (B) reluctant (C) reflective (D) rigorous

14. Rapid advances in biotechnology have raised both excitement and ________________ about the ethical implications of genetic engineering. (A) comprehension (B) skepticism (C) existentialism (D) temptation

15. The government announced a new initiative to ________________ the widespread use of single-use plastic bags in response to mounting environmental concerns. (A) abolish (B) accumulate (C) allocate (D) accustom

16. The tragic bridge collapse was traced back to years of ________________ maintenance, exposing systemic negligence in public infrastructure. (A) authorizing (B) excessive (C) inadequate (D) diligent

17. As nations face growing climate crises, policymakers are under pressure to invest in ________________ sources of energy that ensure long-term ecological balance. (A) sophisticated (B) substantial (C) sustainable (D) symbolic

18. Despite relentless criticism from opponents, the activist remained ________________ in her demand for systemic reforms to advance social justice. (A) tempted (B) persistent (C) preliminary (D) tentative

19. Facing political unrest and limited job opportunities, thousands of people chose to ________________ from their homeland in search of a more stable life abroad. (A) emigrate (B) immigrate (C) integrate (D) migrate

20. The professor criticized the article for relying on a/an ________________ theory that few scholars understood and even fewer could apply. (A) complex (B) objective (C) obscure (D) captivating 

21. (A) diversity (B) identity (C) inequality (D) durability

22. (A) compete (B) complement (C) complicate (D) compensate

23. (A) attachments (B) bonds (C) conflicts (D) risks

24. (A) accept (B) adapt (C) adopt (D) approve

25. (A) deductive (B) exclusive (C) inclusive (D) selective

26. (A) ancient (B) instructional (C) sensible (D) premium

27. (A) underpinning (B) surface (C) hierarchy (D) commitment

28. (A) allocated for (B) reckoned with (C) motivated by (D) analogous to

29. (A) worsening (B) splendid (C) parallel (D) diminished

30. (A) rephrase (B) revive (C) reverse (D) rebuke

31. (A) vulnerable(B) abandoned (C) domestic  (D) occupying

32. (A) by means of (B) with regard to (C) in contrast to (D) as well as

33. (A) known as (B) called by (C) used as (D) meant by

34. (A) refer to (B) bump into (C) function as (D) touch upon

35. (A) from (B) with (C) under (D) before 

36. What is the primary purpose of this article? (A) To argue that battery storage technology is still inadequate. (B) To criticize the slow progress of renewable energy development. (C) To compare renewable energy costs with traditional energy sources. (D) To demonstrate the rapid and irreversible growth of renewable energy.

37. How will the U.S. solar power generation change from 2023 to 2025? (A) It will remain stationary until Q4 2025. (B) Its growth will increase sharply by more than 70%. (C) It will triple from 163 billion kWh to over 500 billion kWh by 2025. (D) It will decrease due to increased competition from wind and nuclear power.

38. What does the phrase "quantum leap" in the fourth paragraph mean? (A) A temporary setback. (B) A gradual improvement. (C) A significant breakthrough. (D) An unexpected challenge.

39. In the author's view, what can be inferred about the future of energy generation? (A) Battery storage development will slow down after 2025. (B) Coal-fired generation will probably continue to grow steadily. (C) Nuclear power will possibly remain the dominant energy source. (D) Renewable sources will soon become the locomotive electricity generator.

40. Which of the following conclusions can be drawn from this article? (A) Nuclear energy should be legally phased out. (B) The transition has been driven by multiple reinforcing factors. (C) The potential obstacles preventing renewable energy development are now resolved. (D) Solar's 69% share of new capacity suggests that wind energy development is declining. 

41. What is the central theme of this article? (A) AI robots are believed to be primarily beneficial for healthcare applications. (B) AI robots bring along benefits and shortcomings across various sectors of society. (C) Governments must ban AI robots to guarantee human rights and job security. (D) AI robots are still too primitive to radically govern human life and development.

42. How are AI robots being used in Japan’s nursing homes, and what’s the underlying reason for it? (A) They perform medical surgeries because of a shortage of doctors and nurses. (B) They replace human nurses entirely to reduce healthcare costs for employers. (C) They interact with elderly residents due to Japan’s rapidly aging population. (D) They initially sanitize facilities to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.

43. What is one concern regarding robots in the workplace according to the passage? (A) They infinitely accelerate industrial manufacturing. (B) They may reduce employment for human workers. (C) They absolutely require no electricity to function. (D) They unfortunately make products less affordable.

44. What can be inferred about the current state of AI robot regulation? (A) No government has attempted to enforce AI robot regulations worldwide. (B) Asian countries have indeed enacted laws regulating AI robot applications. (C) The European Union has allowed no requirement of transparency in AI systems. (D) Regulation is inconsistent globally; Approaches vary across various governments.

45. Which statement best reflects the author's attitude towards AI robots? (A) The author strongly advocates AI robot adoption and production. (B) The author presents a balanced view by acknowledging both pros and cons. (C) The author focuses on economic benefits while ignoring ethical implications. (D) The author argues that AI robots should be limited solely to the industrial sector. 

46. Which sentence best reflects the central theme of the article? (A) The case demonstrates how zoos balance education with difficult ethical decisions. (B) Public petitions show widespread concerns but may not override conservation priorities. (C) The controversy illustrates the tension between scientific breeding goals and public ethics. (D) The debate over Marius highlights the complexity of managing animal nutrition in captivity.

47. What argument did Holst give against sterilization? (A) It would make Marius infertile but healthier. (B) It would reduce genetic space for other giraffes. (C) It could create long-term health problems for the animal. (D) It would only delay, not solve, the surplus population issue.

48. The phrase genetically diverse population refers to: (A) A breeding group designed to avoid inbreeding. (B) A large population spread across different regions. (C) A collection of species living in the same ecosystem. (D) A group of animals with a wide range of genetic traits.

49. Which dilemma specifically forced the zoo to euthanize Marius? (A) Public pressure conflicted with the zoo’s conservation policies. (B) Relocating him risked inbreeding and violated breeding program rules. (C) Sterilizing him would reduce space for more genetically valuable giraffes. (D) Preserving genetic health required eliminating an otherwise healthy giraffe.

50. What does the zoo’s decision reveal about the guiding philosophy of the international breeding program? (A) Genetic management is valued more than one animal’s life. (B) Zoos must balance transparency with sensitive public reactions. (C) Economic profit is the ultimate purpose of keeping zoo animals alive. (D) Public opinion and petitions are the main drivers of conservation policy.