114年 - 全民英檢中高級閱讀測驗第十回#130732

1. ______ allows businesses to stay competitive by offering better services and new solutions. (A) Establishment (B) Innovation (C) Meditation (D) Proposition

2. The team’s effort in the game was so weak that many fans thought it was ______.(A) lush(B) pathetic(C) random(D) soluble

3. The new smartphone has a ______ design and many advanced features that attract young users. (A) foster (B) loaded (C) notorious (D) sophisticated

4. He is ______ responsible for the financial decisions in the company.(A) legitimately(B) notoriously(C) purely(D) solely

5. The teacher asked one student to ______ the discussion by sharing his opinion first.(A) fiddle(B) initiate(C) navigate(D) provoke

6. Some people can easily ______ others by using kind words to hide their true
intentions.(A) manipulate(B) overwhelm(C) reveal(D) stabilize

7. At the ceremony, each student made a ______ to be honest and work hard throughout the school year. (A) catastrophe (B) investigation (C) layout (D) pledge

8. The building has a special entrance for ______ people to make it easier for them to get inside. (A) betrayed (B) disabled (C) mistakened (D) outnumbered

9. New lights were ______ in the hallway last week so that students could see more clearly when walking between classes. (A) contradicted (B) glazed (C) installed (D) restrained

10. The school takes all cases of bullying and ______ seriously to make sure every
student feels safe.(A) development(B) harassment(C) management(D) parliament

11. (A) evaluations (B) formations (C) inventions (D) observations

12. (A) bring (B) brings (C) bringing (D) brought

13. (A) can (B) even (C) further (D) finally

14. (A) I'm truly optimistic about this(B) there are still serious consequences(C) I won't use any of such tools(D) I believe we still need to be careful

15. (A) for (B) in (C) with (D) on

16. (A) calmed (B) calming (C) calmly (D) calm

17. (A) Or else (B) For the record (C) If not (D) To be clear

18. (A) For (B) If (C) Lest (D) With

19. (A) if (B) unless (C) for (D) when

20. (A) will (B) and (C) could (D) yet

21. What is the purpose of this passage?(A) To give details about a scheduled fire drill(B) To encourage attendance at a safety workshop(C) To describe recent fire damage in the community(D) To provide helpful advice for emergency situations

22. Which is NOT a recommended action when a fire occurs?(A) Cover your breathing organs to avoid smoke inhalation(B) Offer help to others only when the situation is safe(C) Warn nearby people and help them move to safety(D) Open all windows to let the smoke out quickly

23. What does the passage suggest about the lanterns in the festival?(A) They vary in appearance and sometimes include written riddles.(B) Most lanterns are made by adults and handed to children.(C) Lanterns are mainly decorative and not carried through the streets.(D) People admire the lanterns but rarely use them.

24. What is NOT true about the Lantern Festival?(A) Sweet rice balls are eaten as a symbol of family happiness.(B) The Lantern Festival takes place during the new year period.(C) It is traditionally celebrated according to the solar calendar.(D) The celebration sometimes includes traditional dances or music shows.

25. What does the author most likely mean by stating “Although times have changed, the Lantern Festival remains meaningful.”? (A) The way people celebrate the Lantern Festival has become less traditional. (B) Most people no longer follow the customs but still recognize the day. (C) The festival has adapted to modern life while keeping its cultural value. (D) Younger generations prefer simpler ways to observe the Lantern Festival.

26. What is the main purpose of this passage?(A) To advertise a Japanese-style cultural festival(B) To report on the opening of a regional heritage museum(C) To present a retreat with historical significance(D) To explain new membership rules at a wellness center

27. What is NOT true about Willow Creek?(A) It was originally built as a Japanese-style hot spring resort.(B) It was first found because of animal behavior.(C) Its reputation grew in the early 20th century.(D) The site remained protected during the Japanese occupation.

28. Who was most likely Master Lin?(A) A psychologist who studied emotional recovery in hot springs(B) A farmer who first discovered the spring by following animals(C) A local historian who recorded the site’s cultural value(D) A medical scholar who praised the spring’s healing properties

29. What is NOT true about the natural features of Willow Creek?(A) The spring water contains natural minerals.(B) The retreat is set in a forested area.(C) Animals still live peacefully alongside visitors.(D) Some stones from early years are still preserved.

30. Who is the intended recipient of the first letter?(A) A teacher(B) A customer(C) An engineer(D) A consultant

31. What category of products does Everline most likely produce?(A) Fresh vegan food produce(B) Heavy industrial machinery(C) Antique furniture(D) Living goods

32. According to the first letter, what is NOT offered to Gold members?(A) Discount on all items in the store(B) Free deliveries(C) Early access to some sales(D) Free consultation about products

33. What is most likely true about Michelle Lin?(A) She would like to be a member of Everline.(B) She requests for a discount code to use in her order.(C) She uses humor to express her message.(D) She asks for product advice in a letter.

34. What is most likely going to happen on July 10th?(A) Michelle becomes a member of Everline.(B) Michelle gets a phone call from customer service of Everline.(C) Michelle’s Everline membership expires.(D) Michelle meets a consultant from Everline online.

35. What is true about Arsène Lupin, the character?(A) He is a respected detective in French stories.(B) He is employed within the legal system.(C) He is a well-known thief recognized for his cleverness.(D) He is most noted for his friendly and casual manner.

36. What can be inferred from this article?(A) Gentlemen thieves don't exist in real life.(B) Lupin’s actions are guided more by intelligence than force.(C) The inspiration for Lupin came from a military hero.(D) Sherlock Holmes first introduced the character of Lupin.

37. What is NOT mentioned in the article about the time when Lupin first appeared?(A) His story was first published in a widely read magazine.(B) The character quickly became popular with readers.(C) Lupin’s nationality was based on Sherlock Holmes's.(D) His first story was released in the early 20th century.

38. According to the article, what is true about the connection between Lupin and Sherlock Holmes? (A) They were both featured in crossover stories. (B) Both characters were based on the same individual. (C) Holmes was always mentioned by name in the Lupin series. (D) The Lupin books were direct rewrites of Holmes stories.

39. According to the article, what is true about the adaptation of Lupin?(A) A French actor portrayed a modern version of Lupin in a recent series.(B) The author himself played Lupin in early adaptations.(C) The Netflix series marked the first media version of Lupin.(D) The Netflix adaptation remastered all the classic Lupin stories.

40. According to the article, what does the author think is the most significant inspiration
of Lupin to the world?(A) His skill in performing challenging physical acts(B) His use of sharp thinking rather than physical strength(C) His fashionable looks and polite behavior(D) His effort to help those less fortunate