114年 - 全民英檢中高級閱讀測驗第五回#130728

1. The company plans to ______ a new training program to help employees improve their leadership skills. (A) elicit (B) endeavor (C) establish (D) expel

2. After recovering from a long illness, the elderly man appeared _____ and needed assistance to walk. (A) frail (B) impulsive (C) persistent (D) stark

3. Lately, Sarah has been feeling ______, reacting unpredictably to even the smallest changes in her daily routine. (A) fumes (B) moody (C) organized (D) rebellious

4. Jason drove ______ through the narrow streets, ignoring traffic signs and putting others in danger. (A) discretely (B) initially (C) notably (D) recklessly

5. Doctors recommend that people ______ a balanced diet rich in vitamins and minerals to maintain good health. (A) consume (B) impair (C) magnify (D) serve

6. The experienced captain ______ the ship near the shore every evening to prevent it
from drifting away in the strong current.(A) anchors(B) develops(C) jeers(D) ousts

7. The government took action to contain the ______ of the disease.(A) insistence(B) outbreak(C) quake(D) taxation

8. The old photograph was ______ in his mind, bringing back memories of his
childhood.(A) evoked(B) grated(C) purified(D) reinforced

9. From an early age, her creativity was ______ by supportive teachers who encouraged her artistic growth. (A) invited (B) nurtured (C) self-encouraged (D) simulated

10. The ______ of his passport took longer than expected due to processing delays.(A) familiarity(B) indictment(C) obligation(D) renewal

11. (A) came to (B) failed to (C) handed out to (D) care to

12. (A) have (B) bother (C) gain (D) busy

13. (A) fall (B) rise (C) up (D) down

14. (A) Unfortunately (B) From now on (C) Over time (D) Time after time

15. (A) I was thrilled for finally being promoted(B) the experience haunted and tortured me(C) that failure became a turning point in my life(D) I have learned to trust my colleagues

16. (A) engaging (B) engage (C) engages (D) engaged

17. (A) For (B) With (C) Without (D) Like

18. (A) as for (B) as much as (C) such as (D) likely to

19. (A) present (B) now (C) instant (D) during

20. (A) with (B) at (C) on (D) under

21. What is the purpose of this passage?(A) To introduce a new online security tool(B) To educate people about Internet safety(C) To advertise a password management service(D) To encourage people to reduce screen time

22. What is NOT a way to secure personal accounts?(A) Choose an easy-to-remember password, like your birthdate.(B) Use a combination of different characters as a password.(C) Store your passwords securely in a password manager(D) Use unique passwords for different accounts

23. What is true about the history of origami?(A) It was first invented in the 2000s.(B) It has only been used in special events in recent years.(C) Traditional origami includes folding, cutting, and measuring.(D) It can be applied to various spheres nowadays.

24. According to the article, what is NOT needed in origami art?(A) Paper(B) Techniques(C) Creativity(D) Medicine

25. Which of the following is NOT a possible application of origami?(A) Precision-engineered materials(B) Tile surface decorations(C) Medical implants(D) Space exploration devices

26. What is the main purpose of this advertisement?(A) To promote a luxurious private retreat(B) To invite tourists to explore a historic city(C) To announce the grand opening of an exclusive club(D) To inform guests about a facility relocation

27. What is NOT true about the Retreat?(A) Visitors can see natural views at the Retreat.(B) The Retreat features carefully curated artwork.(C) It wasn't always open to outsiders.(D) The Retreat is a historical landmark from the Renaissance era.

28. Where is the Retreat most likely located at?(A) At the beach(B) Beside a resort(C) In the mountains(D) At the North Pole

29. Which of the following is NOT a likely way to book a stay at the Retreat? (A) By Email (B) By phone (C) Through the official website (D) By fax

30. What are the intended readers of the first passage?(A) Stock market investors(B) Real estate agents(C) Aspiring enterpreneurs(D) Technology specialists

31. What is “Services Page” for?(A) To call for immediate customer service(B) To check for information of services(C) To learn about serving SOPs(D) To report service errors of the website

32. According to the article, what does Elevate Business Consulting NOT offer
customers?(A) Directly issuing loans for startup funds(B) Conducting market analysis(C) Assisting in financial planning(D) Helping build a strong brand image

33. What is true about Daniel Whitmore?(A) He has found potential investors.(B) He has a trust fund.(C) He has secured funding from investors.(D) He works for Mr. Reynolds.

34. What is most likely true about Mr. Reynolds?(A) He works at Daniel Whitmore's company.(B) He is starting a snew business.(C) He works at Elevate Business Consulting.(D) He has a Ph.D. Degree.

35. What is true about The Starry Night?(A) It was painted in New York City.(B) Its design is often used on merchandise.(C) Van Gogh was highly satisfied with this work.(D) The painting consists entirely of warm colors.

36. What can be inferred from this article?(A) Van Gogh gained fortune from The Starry Night.(B) A bridge is featured in The Starry Night.(C) The Starry Night is a depiction of the universe.(D) The Starry Night reflects how Van Gogh felt at the time.

37. What is mentioned as a feature of The Starry Night?(A) It portrays Van Gogh’s room.(B) It demonstrates strong use of brushstrokes and thick paint.(C) It illustrates a dream Van Gogh had.(D) It depicts Van Gogh’s vision of the future world.

38. According to the article, which of the following is true about Van Gogh?(A) He struggled with mental illness during his lifetime.(B) He was highly satisfied with The Starry Night and considered it his greatest work.(C) He made a fortune from selling his paintings.(D) He painted The Starry Night while traveling to different countries.

39. What did Van Gogh do after creating The Starry Night?(A) He attempted to sell the painting.(B) He opened a gallery to display it.(C) He told others that he was unsatisfied with it.(D) He painted many similar artworks.

40. According to the article, which of the following most accurately describes the representation of The Starry Night? (A) Realistic (B) Ordinary (C) Expressive (D) Structured