29 With the increasing human lifespan, it is predicted that by 2050, the number of adults aged 65 will________ children
under the age of 14.
(A) expand (B) approve (C) interpret (D) outnumber
請依下文回答第 34 題至第 38 題：
There are many different types of emergency vehicles around the world. The types of emergency lights they use
can vary widely from country to country. In many areas, however, flashing red and blue lights are the standard
emergency lights on many vehicles.
There are a few theories about 34 red and blue lights become the most popular. For example, while the color
red is associated with stop and warning, red emergency lights can get 35 in heavy traffic because of the fact that
most tail lights are also red. In these situations, blue lights really 36 and help to alert other drivers. Others point
to studies indicating that red lights may be more visible during the day, while blue lights may be more visible at night.
Using a combination of flashing red and blue lights thus helps to alert drivers 37 the time of day. Finally, some
experts believe using both red and blue lights alleviates problems associated with drivers who are colorblind. People
who have trouble seeing red often have no trouble seeing blue. 38 , drivers who can’t see blue can nonetheless see
red. Using both red and blue lights thus helps to alert all drivers, even those with color blindness.
【題組】37 (A) regardless of (B) according to (C) right after (D) away from
44 The right-of-way means the right of one vehicle or pedestrian to______ in a lawful manner on a public roadway
in preference to another vehicle or pedestrian.
(A) parole (B) patrol (C) proceed (D) permit
49 Suicide______ cop is an act whereby a person takes a person captive and poses a threat to a police officer to
compel the officer to use deadly force to take his life.
(A) as (B) on (C) by (D) with
27 The United States will make more medical aid _____ to India in an effort to fight an alarming spike in COVID-19
cases.
(A) available (B) compatible (C) dependable (D) flexible
請依下文回答第 41 題至第 45 題： All new cars sold in Europe from 2022 will have technology to limit their speed. New safety rules from the
European Union will 41 new cars to have "intelligent speed assistance" systems. These will be 42 equipment
on cars, just like seatbelts and airbags. There are 43 things that cars will be fitted with. All cars will have
breathalyzers that 44 allow driving if the driver has drunk too much alcohol. Cars must also have advanced
emergency braking, a built-in data recorder, drowsiness and distraction monitoring, and sensors to help 45 reversing.
The EU said 25,000 people are killed each year on Europe's roads. Most accidents are caused by human error. The new
safety systems will reduce road deaths. 【題組】43 (A) brutal (B) other (C) regional (D) urgent
請依下文回答第 46 題至第 50 題： Someone who is naturally curious and is continually willing to grow their knowledge and abilities has the potential
to make a sizeable impact as a police officer. Even though law enforcement officials endure a substantial amount of
training before they find themselves in uniform, there’s always more they’ll have to learn on the job. “One of the things people don’t realize about police work is that you have to be a jack-of-all-trades,” McKenna
explains. “Expectations for officers are really high, and new things are always getting added to their plates.” Back when he began his career as an officer, for example, squad cars were outfitted with simple radios—a way for
officers to call something in and have dispatch take care of it. Police cars today, McKenna notes, are equipped with
computers, calling upon the officers not only to master new technology but also to absorb the duties that previously fell
to people in other positions. It’s also true that the equipment officers now carry is twice as extensive as it was in prior
years.
“Additionally, there are more drugs on the market than ever, and laws change and update,”McKenna says, adding
that departments don’t always have the funding to ensure everyone receives the training they need in these areas. That’s
why he took it upon himself to take various classes throughout his law enforcement career, committing to learn the
different skill sets and laws he’d need. “Lots of police officers attend conferences and classes on the side of their jobs.” 【題組】46 Which of the following statements is NOT true about this passage?
(A) Police officers should always be informed about amendments in relevant laws.
(B) Police officers may need to keep abreast with adequate computer skills.
(C) Police officers may be subject to expectations from different corners of society.
(D) Police officers are resistant to new ideas and new skills.
【題組】48 What can we infer from the passage?
(A) A police officer needs to savor a variety of drugs so as to be more competent at work.
(B) A police officer may be busy taking relevant classes when he is off duty.
(C) A police officer may need to take weight training courses to handle his equipment.
(D) A police officer may have abundant funding to empower his abilities.
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