114年 - 114 國立臺灣大學_碩士班招生考試試題：英文(A)#126000

1. The CEO decided to _______ from his position after ten years of service. (A) resign (B) persist (C) acquire (D) retain

2. The security team managed to _______ the confidential message before it reached the wrong hands. (A) interpret (B) interfere (C) interject (D) intercept

3. She had to _______ through the fog to see the approaching car. (A) peer (B) stare (C) glance (D) ignore

4. The manager decided to _______ some of his responsibilities to his team members. (A) assume (B) oversee (C) withhold (D) delegate

5. The teacher encouraged the students to _______ their ideas before presenting them to the class. (A) neglect (B) refine (C) impose (D) discard

6. The detective was able to _______ the true motive behind the crime after examining all the evidence. (A) deduce (B) obliterate (C) evoke (D) deter

7. The professor's lecture was _______ filled with complex ideas that required deep concentration. (A) simplistic (B) trivial (C) erudite (D) superficial

8. The politician's response was _______, leaving the audience unsure of their true stance. (A) decisive (B) ambiguous (C) explicit (D) transparent

9. The text was written in a _______ style, making it difficult for modern readers to understand. (A) precise (B) casual (C) archaic (D) contemporary

10. Her _______ demeanor often intimidated those who didn't know her well. (A) austere (B) gregarious (C) indulgent (D) playful

11. The team was praised for their _______ effort in completing the project under tight deadlines. (A) negligent (B) lethargic (C) herculean (D) effortless

12. The two software programs are _______ with each other, making it impossible to run them on the same system. (A) incompatible (B) harmonious (C) complementary (D) compatible

13. The judge's decision was based on legal _______ which provided guidance in similar cases. (A) precedent (B) conjecture (C) speculation (D) anomaly

14. The journalist's exposé caused a public _______, leading to widespread protests. (A) tranquility (B) compliance (C) uproar (D) concord

15. The scientist's theory faced significant _______ from the academic community due to its controversial nature. (A) rebuttal (B) endorsement (C) consensus (D) conformity

16. Unfortunately, their plans to launch the new product _______ due to unforeseen technical issues. (A) made do (B) broke into (C) turned down (D) fell through

17. Smoking is forbidden here. Hence, please _______ your cigarette. (A) put up with (B) put down (C) put away (D) put out

18. The project was completed _______ ahead of schedule, thanks to the team's hard work. (A) briefly (B) constantly (C) significantly (D) rarely

19. The decision was made _______ without considering the long-term consequences. (A) impetuously (B) cautiously (C) consciously (D) deliberately

20. The novel's plot was _______ constructed, with each chapter building seamlessly on the previous one. (A) flippantly (B) masterfully (C) awkwardly (D) carelessly 

21. (A) detection (B) exposure (C) eradication (D) presence

22. (A) obscure (B) reject (C) amplify (D) devalue

23. (A) where (B) when (C) which (D) that

24. (A) that makes (B) making (C) will make (D) having made

25. (A) transparency (B) accessibility (C) flexibility (D) predictability

26. (A) highlight (B) undermine (C) embellish (D) safeguard

27. (A) tweak (B) erode (C) validate (D) coerce

28. (A) corelate with (B) look up (C) identify with (D) refer to

29. (A) transformative (B) obsolete (C) dynamic (D) standardized

30. (A) ignoring (B) violating (C) opposing (D) implementing 

31. (A) prove (B) mistake (C) help (D) deceive

32. (A) trick (B) reassure (C) comfort (D) assist

33. (A) create (B) creates (C) created (D) creating

34. (A) sustainable (B) suspicious (C) suspended (D) susceptible

35. (A) to (B) in (C) for (D) on 

36. What is the Great Barrier Reef known for? (A) Its size and diversity of marine life (B) Its proximity to major Australian cities (C) Its role in global agriculture (D) Its freshwater resources

37. What is one of the major threats to the Great Barrier Reef mentioned in the passage? (A) Air pollution (B) Rising sea temperatures (C) Fish overpopulation (D) Microplastics in the ocean

38. Which of the following is correct about this article? (A) The Great Barrier Reef is the largest coral reef system in the world. (B) The reef has no significant threats to its survival. (C) Rising sea temperatures have helped the reef thrive. (D) The reef is located on the western coast of Australia.

39. Which statement is NOT supported by the article? (A) The reef faces threats such as climate change, coral bleaching, and overfishing. (B) The reef is shrinking due to the impact of human activities. (C) The reef is a significant habitat for marine life. (D) The reef is protected by regulations on fishing and coastal development.

40. This article is most likely to be: (A) A scientific report about marine ecosystems (B) A travel brochure for tourists visiting Australia (C) A fictional story about ocean life (D) A political debate about coastal development 

41. According to the article, which statement below is FALSE? (A) The Austronesian language family originated in Taiwan. (B) Comparative linguistics is used to reconstruct Proto-Austronesian. (C) Austronesian languages are found exclusively in Southeast Asia and the Pacific. (D) Some Austronesian languages, like Rapa, are critically endangered.

42. Which topic below is NOT covered in the article? (A) The origins of Austronesian languages (B) The role of maritime skills in Austronesian expansion (C) Genetic evidence supporting Austronesian migration (D) The influence of Austronesian languages on Indo-European languages

43. How do linguists study the origins of the Austronesian language family? (A) By analyzing the development of writing systems (B) By comparing features of Austronesian languages to reconstruct Proto-Austronesian (C) By studying the influence of Austronesian languages on African languages (D) By examining phonetic changes in isolated Austronesian languages

44. What evidence especially supports the migration of Austronesian-speaking populations? (A) The diversity of modern Austronesian languages (B) Linguistic similarities between Proto-Austronesian and African languages (C) Archaeological findings, such as pottery styles and maritime tools (D) Historical records written in Proto-Austronesian

45. What is one purpose of language revitalization efforts? (A) To eliminate differences between endangered languages (B) To ensure linguistic diversity and preserve cultural knowledge (C) To prioritize widely spoken Austronesian languages (D) To replace oral traditions with written documentation 

46. Which of the following would be an appropriate title for the article? (A) "The Controversy Surrounding All-Gender Restrooms" (B) "Designing the Future of Public Restrooms" (C) "The Rise of All-Gender Restrooms: A Move Toward Inclusivity" (D) "Privacy Concerns in Public Restroom Design"

47. Which inference from the article is NOT correct? (A) All-gender restrooms are becoming more common in many parts of the world. (B) Opponents of all-gender restrooms frequently cite safety as a concern. (C) The design of all-gender restrooms does not vary significantly across institutions. (D) Public awareness and education play a role in the success of gender-neutral facilities.

48. The word "misuse" in paragraph 2, line 6, is closest in meaning to: (A) Improper use (B) Frequent use (C) Disregard (D) Neglect

49. What does the article suggest about the benefits of all-gender restrooms? (A) They primarily serve individuals with disabilities. (B) They reduce privacy concerns for all users. (C) They address the needs of diverse groups, including parents and caregivers. (D) They eliminate traditional restrooms in most institutions.

50. What cultural difference does the article highlight about the adoption of all-gender restrooms? (A) All countries have embraced the concept equally. (B) Countries like Sweden and Canada are leaders in implementing these facilities. (C) Cultural resistance has prevented any progress in inclusive restroom design. (D) Legal barriers are absent in regions opposed to gender-neutral restrooms.