109年 - 109 國立中正大學_碩士班招生考試試題：英文#124732

1. Some scientists claim that plant-based meat alternatives are better for consumers and better for the planet, requiring less land and water and producing fewer greenhouse gas______than meat from cattle.(A) emissions (B) discharges (C) ejections (D) projections

2. Beef burgers are still overwhelmingly the more popular choice at restaurants.Americans______6.4 billion beef burgers at quick service restaurants in one year.(A) distributed (B) obtained (C) purchased (D) obsessed

3. For every 100-gram (3.5-ounce) increase in the weight of ultra-processed food __, the risk for diabetes increased by 5 percent.(A) expired (B) stimulated (C) resumed (D) consumed

4. The travel industry started to introduce trips that actively involve holidaymakers in litter clearing and beach clean-ups, which will continue as a(n)______to tackling the global plastics.(A) capacity (B) commission (C) operation (D) commitment

5. With global air passenger numbers set to double in the next 20 years, anything to smooth the worst part of international travel will be welcomed, though experts have also raised______about
data security.(A) griefs (B) concerns (C) distresses (D) sufferings

6. While sunscreens are crucial for UV protection, recent research indicates that once certain chemical______enter the water, they become harmful to humans and nature.(A) portions (B) ingredients (C) shares (D) servings

7. New technology is already being trialed, by introducing biometric technology that uses facial ______at check-in, bag drops, security lanes and boarding gates, which it claims will reduce time
spent at airports by a third.(A) recognition (B) acknowledgement (C) acquisition (D) requirement

8. In 2019, regulations______all single-use plastics will come into effect in many destinations globally. Consumers will have to work out which ones are genuinely making a difference and
which ones are just paying lip-service.(A) interrupting (B) omission (C) banning (D) intruding

9. Some airlines, hotels and tour operators are now______the issue of plastics pollution but activists believe the solution requires everyone to take a stand.(A) demanding (B) instructing (C) addressing (D) specifying

10. A nationwide campaign to rid the UK's inland waterways of plastic pollution is______a series of clean-up events at eight locations across England in 2019.(A) associating (B) organizing (C) unifying (D) bonding

11. Amsterdam Light Festival is a______of the Dutch holiday season that sees the capital city's famous waterways dressed up in brilliant light installations for dark, chilly evenings.(A) topmost(B) peak(C) highlight(D) height

12. After being on the edge of extinction because of intensive whaling practices, South Atlantic humpback whales are now______to return to nearly 99 percent of its pre-exploitation numbers by
2030.(A) existed(B) valued(C) projected(D) assessed

13. The Museum of Modern Art has been undergoing renovations for three years and reopened its doors in October with an extra 47,000 square feet of space that's worth ______in the new year.(A) altering(B) exploring(C) initiating(D) transforming

14. Known as yurts in Mongolia, the movable homes of Central Asian nomads are becoming a more and more popular form of______for both backpackers traveling along the ancient Silk Road routes.(A) boarding(B) precaution(C) grooming(D) accommodation

15. According to US dietary guidelines, there is no cholesterol restriction； more emphasis should be______ the consumption of saturated fat.(A) located(C) placed(B) situated(D) established

16. Firefighters on the site were forced to______in their truck in order to protect themselves from the bushfire flames.(A) relieve(C) exclude(B) shelter(D) discharge

17. The European Central Bank has lowered______rates to stimulate economic growth. It is hoped that this will motivate people to spend more money to boost the economy, without making deposits in banks.(A) interest(B) dropout(C) unemployment(D) alarming

18. It is difficult to conclude how modern people can ______ a balance between security and individual privacy.(A) claim(B) demand(C) strike(D) apply

19.______is a common behavior in today's society. People have to think about ways to be more efficient and avoid waiting until the last minute to complete tasks.(A) Procrastination(B) Publicity(C) Productivity(D) Punctuality

20. For years, the______of organic fuel has been inspiring scientists to come up with more renewable energy sources.(A) hardship(B) famine(C) scarcity(D) deficiency

21. (A) habitat (C) inhibition(B) exhibition (D) inhabitant

22. (A) succeeding (C) thriving(B) blossoming (D) promising

23. (A) raised(B) risen (C) ascended(D) arisen

24. (A) persist(B) replace (C) endure(D) survive

25. (A) with(B) for (C) by(D) to

26. (A) which(B) what (C) that(D) where

27. (A) symbols(B) marks (C) missions(D) puzzles

28. (A) over(B) by (C) to(D) for

29. (A) with(B) through (C) via(D) on

30. (A) in case(B) by chance (C) similar to(D) such as

31. (A) with(B) like (C) for(D) as

32. (A) When(B) For (C) While(D) By

33. (A) indirect(B) additional (C) subtle(D) supplementary

34. (A) compensations(B) injuries (C) ruins(D) evils

35. (A) joined with(B) merging with (C) attending on(D) linked to

36. What is the purpose of this passage?(A) To explain causes and effects of  a problem.(B) To compare different solutions to a problem.(C) To explain problems in the time order.(D) To provide solutions to a problem.

37. According to this passage, what is a drawback of camera trapping?(A) Improper waste disposal.(B) Slow processing speed. (C) Limited storage capacity available.(D) Poor image quality.

38. What can experts benefit from the new AI tool?(A) Effectively tracking species.(B) Filtering unnecessary animal images. (C) Exploring more animal habitats.(D) Stopping poaching.

39. Which of the followings has the closest meaning to the word "fragile" in the second paragraph?(A) Extremely unstable.(B) Critically endangered. (C) Easily damaged.(D) Environmentally sensitive.

40. What does the word "database" in the third paragraph refer to?(A) A collection of animal photos. (B) Camera trapping.(C) The new AI tool.(D) Anti-poaching programs.

41. What do the psychologists think about New Year resolutions?(A) A way that people use to forgive themselves for not achieving their goals.(B) A skill that people learn to help themselves to get started on their goals.(C) A strategy that people use to keep themselves  feeling optimistic and organized.(D) A method that people adapt to remind themselves about their long-term goals.

42. In the first paragraph, what does "they" refer to?(A) Resolutions.(B) Psychologists.(C) People.(D) Goals.

43. What is the purpose of the second paragraph?(A) To give reasons for the idea in the first paragraph.(B) To provide examples for the idea in the first paragraph.(C) To argue against the idea in the first paragraph.(D) To raise questions about the idea in the first paragraph.

44. Which of the followings has the closest meaning to the phrase "stick to" mean in the second paragraph?(A) To extend something outward.(B) To continue doing something.(C)To show loyalty to something.(D)To rely on something.

45. What can be inferred about the author's attitude towards New Year resolutions?(A) Confused.(B) Optimistic.(C) Sarcastic.(D) Negative.

46. You are required to write a paragraph to explain the effect of social media on university students.
Which of the followings is the most appropriate topic sentence (to be put at the beginning of the paragraph to introduce the main idea)?(A) Based on their functions, social media apps can be classified into three types.(B) Messenger is the most popular social media among university students.(C) Different from Facebook, Instagram emphasizes on interacting features.(D) LINE has impacted on students' communication in different aspects.

47. You are required to write a paragraph to compare the difference in gasoline cars and electric cars.
Which of the followings is the most appropriate topic sentence (to be put at the beginning of the paragraph to introduce the main idea of the paragraph)?(A) The price for electric cars has declined because of the subsidiaries from the government.(B) Not only do electric cars save more money, they are also better for the environment.(C) Electric cars not only reduce noise pollution, but also slow down the rate of global warming.(D) The following four benefits of electric cars make them the best choice to buy for your next car.

48.__________.First of all, turn off as many "push” notifications as possible. You don't have to be interrupted by every "like" that your latest Instagram picture receives. Next, take distracting apps off your home screen. Keep the apps that you want to encourage yourself to use front and center, but move anything to folders on your second page of apps. Which of the followings is the most appropriate topic sentence (to be put at the beginning of the paragraph to introduce the main idea of the paragraph)?(A) The following steps will help you stop checking your phone so much.(B) "Push" notification is the most annoying smartphone feature.(C) Turning off "push" notification is easier than taking apps off home screen.(D) "Push" notification is the main cause of distraction from smartphones.

49. People have been cutting back their meat consumption slowly but surely. According to a 2018 Dalhousie University poll study, this downward trend of consuming less meat is likely to
continue - at an even faster pace.________The meat-free trend has become even more dramatic.
Which of the followings is the most appropriate supporting sentence (to be put in the blank)?(A) This is likely to lead to a serious consequence of food shortage, especially meat, in developing countries.(B) Dietitians from Toronto General Hospital worried that this trend will have a negative effect on nutrient intakes.(C) This study suggested that university students need more incentives to reduce their meat consumption.(D) One-third of respondents indicated a willingness to reduce their meat consumption in the near future.

50. When you are in a safari vacation, the rule of thumb is to pack light. Your luggage may be limited to a small duffel bag, so try to limit your clothes to whatever is necessary. For example, bring enough clothes for two days only.______Then, you can dry the clothes in the sun.
Which of the followings is the most appropriate supporting sentence (to be put in the blank)?(A) Safari camps generally provide laundry service for you to wash the clothes by hand.(B) You should avoid wearing white clothes because it attracts animals' attention easily.(C) Black and other dark colors are recommended because they are less obvious when they get dirty.(D) The best way is to dress in layers as the areas can be chilly in the mornings and late afternoons.