所屬科目:教甄◆英文科
1. The scholar’s argument was both _______ and erudite, earning him the respect of peers and students alike. (A) nebulous (B) incisive (C) redundant (D) fallacious
2. The student’s performance in the debate was _______; she responded to each challenge with calm precision. (A) dubious (B) deft (C) obtuse (D) slapdash
3. The scientist’s proposal was deemed _______ due to its speculative nature and lack of supporting data. (A) quixotic (B) tenable (C) contrived (D) orthodox
4. The CEO’s speech attempted to _______ investor fears amid a declining market. (A) exacerbate (B) deify (C) obfuscate (D) mollify
5. The rarity of tsunamis in that area has _____ local people into a believing it’s safe to live on the coast. (A) lulled (B) pulled (C) alarmed (D) shifted
6. The pandemic highlighted that waiting for complete information often _____ momentum; decisive action—even imperfect—can preserve agility. (A) fizzles (B) scrawls (C) wilts (D) stalls
7. As the fog began to _____ the valley, the houses slowly disappeared from view. (A) backslide (B) envelope (C) splutter (D) quell
8. If you think the problem is with the printer, you’re probably _____. The real issue is the software. (A) chasing shadows (B) jumping the gun (C) barking up the wrong tree (D) going out on a limb
9. While Athens has always endured _____ summers as Europe's hottest city, it is now witnessing unprecedented temperatures, including record highs in 2024. (A) scorching (B) meticulous (C) dormant (D) reckless
10. While some plants thrive on soil _____, not all are receptive to mixtures containing used coffee grounds; the tomato plant, for example, is a notable exception. (A) impediments (B) orientations (C) endeavors (D) amendments
11. The unchecked spread of AI-generated deepfakes on social media gravely compounds the existing problem of misinformation, making it even more difficult for individuals to _____ verifiable information. (A) plead (B) discern (C) recede (D) mend
12. The central bank implemented stringent monetary policies to avert the rapid _____ of the national currency, which was losing significant value amidst accelerating inflationary pressures. (A) debasement (B) imposture (C) proliferation (D) augmentation
13. The 200th anniversary of Mozart's death was ______ around the world with concerts featuring his work. (A) commemorated (B) criticized (C) dismissed (D) redesigned
14. The natural food available would soon be unable to sustain the increasing deer population, resulting in ______ and suffering for the deer. (A) exhaustion (B) infection (C) irrigation (D) starvation
15. The refugees refused to seek ______ in the first country they arrived in. (A) adventure (B) asylum (C) entertainment (D) punishment
16. The two years the author has spent writing this book have been a continuous ______ to him. (A) invitation (B) opinion (C)question (D) revelation
17. A great deal of emphasis is placed on academic success, but it's not always easy for children to _________ their parents' expectations. (A) live up to (B) come up against (C) drop in on (D) feel up to
18. _______ government regulations, everyone must submit an annual statement of income to the Department of Taxation. (A) In lieu of (B) In accordance with (C) In reference to (D) In spite of
19. Not wanting his wife to know where he had been, John by murmuring something about working overtime. (A) disassembled (B) dissembled (C) assembled (D) disclosed
20. Many people who reach the of their careers find that “It’s lonely at the top.” (A) scope (B) gravity (C) zenith (D) nadir II. Reading Comprehension
21. (A) layout (B) principle (C) business (D) calculation
22. (A) However (B) Accordingly (C) Furthermore (D) Otherwise
23. (A) entrance (B) aisle (C) door (D) rear
24. (A) that (B) they (C) which (D) those
25. (A) instructions (B) deficiency (C) manipulations .(D) efficiency
26. What do medical experts say about bugs that jump species and infect humans? (A) Air travel spreads viruses that come from animals. (B) More viruses will appear in the future. (C) All infections are caused by the African monkey. (D) It’s impossible to find a cure for them.
27. What does the article imply about microbes? (A) They are always dangerous to human beings. (B) They may play a useful role in their own environment. (C) Most of them come from dirty farms. (D) They only infect humans when an animal is killed.
28. Which title would be the most suitable for the passage? (A) Monkey Hunters in Africa. (B) Farming Methods in Malaysia. (C) The Threat of New Viruses. (D) A Cure for Animal Viruses.
29. Based on the passage, what is the underlying reason why modern human activities are contributing to the development of new viruses? (A) Humans are not developing cures fast enough for existing animal viruses. (B) Natural environments are becoming less diverse, forcing microbes to find new hosts. (C) Human expansion and practices are increasing contact with and spread of animal pathogens. (D) Animals are naturally evolving more dangerous forms of microbes.
30. Considering the problems described in the passage, which of the following actions would best align with the passage's implied strategy for mitigating future viral outbreaks? (A) Focusing solely on developing advanced medical treatments for new viruses. (B) Increasing the efficiency of global supply chains for animal products. (C) Re-evaluating human interactions with the natural world and animal populations. (D) Implementing stricter international travel bans during outbreaks.
31. What is the central purpose of this passage? (A) To critique standardized educational practices. (B) To encourage the elimination of student grouping. (C) To explain how differentiated instruction works. (D) To promote the use of formative assessment.
32. What is the author’s overall view of student diversity? (A) It creates major classroom difficulties. (B) It is an opportunity to enrich learning. (C) It can be reduced through placement test. (D) It should be addressed through tracking.
33. What does Eschewing uniformity in paragraph 1 mean? (A) Rejecting varied teaching methods. (B) Using identical tasks for all learners. (C) Avoiding a one-size-fits-all approach. (D) Preferring lectures over discussion.
34. What does These modifications in paragraph 2 refer to? (A) Changes to content, process, product. (B) Different grading rubrics and expectations. (C) Diverse textbooks, tests, and worksheets. (D) Varying methods and learning experiences.
35. What does the passage suggest about grouping students? (A) It can be adjusted to fit different purposes. (B) It must be based strictly on ability levels. (C) It should remain fixed throughout the year. (D) It is discouraged in inclusive classrooms.
36. Which of the following best explains why autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) are considered multifactorial? (A) Because they affect social, emotional and other various brain functions. (B) Because their causes and symptoms can be treated with various therapies. (C) Because they involve a variety of biological and developmental mechanisms. (D) Because all patients experience multiple symptoms with different intensity.
37. What does the passage suggest is the primary limitation of current ASD diagnostic methods? (A) They do not distinguish between autism and other psychiatric disorders. (B) They rely heavily on observation and do not identify physiological causes. (C) They ignore the importance of early detection of autism during pregnancy. (D) They require invasive laboratory procedures and genetic testing.
38. Among the various therapies for ASD discussed in the passage, which of the following is inaccurate? (A) Deep brain stimulation is commonly used and widely recommended. (B) Cognitive and behavioral therapies are part of the treatment plan. (C) Hormonal therapies using oxytocin have yielded beneficial results. (D) Health-enhancing compounds are used but need more research support.
39. Which of the following best describes the author’s perspective on alternative treatments like vitamins or herbal therapies for ASD? (A) They are universally accepted and fully supported by clinical research. (B) They are more effective than traditional medication or behavioral therapies. (C) They are outdated methods with no role in modern ASD treatment. (D) They show encouraging benefits but require advanced investigation.
40. What is a significant claim made about stem cell therapy in its medical application to ASD? (A) It helps treat autism by reconstructing brain function using patient-derived cells. (B) It is so far one of the best-known methods to fully cure autism symptoms. (C) It may allow for brain repair by altering the patient’s genetic code. (D) It complements conventional therapies currently in use for ASD patients.
41. Translanguaging classrooms in bilingual contexts treat language boundaries as _______ and co-constructed by learners. (A) static – unchangeable and hierarchical. (B) ideological – fixed to national policy. (C) porous – fluid and negotiable. (D) binary – first language (L1) vs. second language (L2) oppositional.
42. Audiolingualism relies on habit formation and discourages _______ in early stages. (A) substitution – pattern drills replacing core structures. (B) output – learners producing creative language. (C) error – viewed as harmful in structural formation. (D) feedback – teacher guiding learners constructively.
43. Which of the following does NOT represent a typical feature of formative assessments? (A) They guide students in identifying ways to improve, using a class-created rubric as reference. (B) They are conducted continuously, like during daily partner-sharing exercises and other activities. (C) They involve alternative formats, such as completing real-world communication tasks. (D) They document how many correct responses students give on a unit-level grammar test.
44. Which of the following is NOT an example of Krashen’s Input Hypothesis (i+1)? (A) Novice Spanish learners watch a cartoon that includes mostly basic vocabulary with some new words shown through pictures. (B) Intermediate English learners read a short story that uses familiar grammar but introduces a few unfamiliar phrasal verbs in context. (C) Japanese teenagers studying German chat online with native speakers who use mostly clear language along with some advanced words. (D) Advanced French learners repeatedly listen to phrases and numbers they already mastered to consolidate memory.
45. When integrating AI tools (e.g., chatbots, writing assistants) into EFL learning activities, which of the following represents the most crucial pedagogical consideration for the teacher? (A) Ensuring students are aware of potential danger of data privacy and security. (B) Discussing the environmental protection issues caused by training AI tools. (C) Monitoring for over-reliance on AI tools that might impede language production. (D) Addressing the digital divide that might exclude students without access to technology or internet.
46. Consider the following example: An EFL student, whose first language (L1) typically places adjectives after nouns (e.g., “house big”), consistently produces sentences in English like “I live in a house big” or “She has a car red.” This specific pattern of error is a clear example of . (A) fossilization of an interlanguage error (B) overgeneralization of target language grammatical rules (C) a developmental error unrelated to the learner's first language (D) negative language transfer (or interference)
47. Which of the following best describes a content-based instruction lesson? (A) Students memorize verb conjugations. (B) Students listen to music in their native language. (C) Students translate stories to a foreign language. (D) Students read a science article and discuss it in second language (L2).
48. What is one key feature of an autonomous learner? (A) Avoiding feedback from others. (B) Setting personal learning goals. (C) Waiting for the teacher to give instructions. (D) Memorizing vocabulary lists without context.
49. Which of the following is an advantage of Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL)? (A) It separates language learning from content subjects. (B) It reduces cognitive demand by focusing only on first language (L1). (C) It allows students to learn subject content while developing second language (L2) proficiency. (D) It delays subject learning until language proficiency is fully developed.
50. Multimodality in pedagogy involves _______ as the communication modes beyond text. (A) monologic and unified voice (B) visual, gestural, and spatial moves (C) aural-only focus (D) learner’s static perceptual range