25. Daisy: Look! It's starting to rain again.
Lara: Oh, no!___________
Daisy: Don't worry. You can share mine.
Lara: How sweet of you to say so!
(A) I'm going to fail my exam.
(B) I'll have to cancel the game.
(C) I just bought a new raincoat.
(D) I left my umbrella at home.
24. Passenger: Is this the right bus for Campbell Plaza?
Bus driver: No. _____
Passenger: Really? I'd better get off at the next stop.
(A) You should have taken the No.8 bus.
(B) This is it.
(C) The traffic is too heavy.
(D) Take the elevator to the fifth floor.
30. F: Nice tie.
M: Thanks. My wife bought it for me.
F: ______________
(A) How old is she? (B) She's got good taste.
(C) It is tasty. (D) It is too big.
29. Clerk: See anything you like?
Sue: Well, that skirt looks great.
Clerk: _____
Sue: Yep, I'll do that.
(A) Anything particular in mind? (B) What’s the problem with it?
(C) How about the red one? (D) Would you like to try it on?
6. If they fail to use the machine __________, all the advantages would turn to be disadvantages.
(A) unimportantly (B) mentally (C) cowardly (D) adequately
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Are you feeling tired? Are you often sick? Maybe it’s because you are not getting enough
Vitamin C. Scientists have reported that people who ( 36 ) high levels of Vitamin C live six years
longer than those with lower levels of Vitamin C. Some athletes strongly believe in the powers of
Vitamin C. They often ( 37 ) 100 times the recommended daily amount. However, there is no
solid research that shows ( 38 ) positive effect from doing so. In fact, an overdose in Vitamin C may
lead to weakness and stomach pains.
Vitamin C can be easily obtained from food. Citrus fruits and green vegetables are high
( 39 ) Vitamin C. Lack of Vitamin C in a diet can lead to a higher risk of illness, fatigue and
depression. Obtaining your dosage from fresh food is the best ( 40 ), but sometimes it might be
necessary to take a vitamin pill in order to stay healthy.
【題組】38. (A) some (B) a few (C) any (D) most
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Each culture has its own customs. Some of them are ( 31 ) our own while others may seem
strange to us. One custom that is surely strange to many people is practiced in India. India is famous
( 32 ) its appreciation of animals. Cows are ( 33 ) to roam the streets and elephants are considered
holy. Snakes are considered spiritual animals, too. The King Cobra, the world's largest poisonous
snake, is held in special esteem. A woman had been feeding a King Cobra living near her village
when she realized that she had fallen in love with it. ( 34 ), she married the snake in a ceremony
attended by 2,000 of her villagers. In India, such marriage ( 35 ) good luck to the woman and her
village. The groom could not make it to the ceremony, so a metal statue was prepared to take its place.
【題組】33. (A) pretended (B) introduced (C) merged (D) allowed
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Urban areas offer numerous opportunities for career growth, education, healthcare,
entertainment, and cultural experiences. The concentration of resources in cities can foster
personal and professional development. Moreover, individuals from diverse backgrounds create
a rich mix of traditions, languages, and food. Exposure to varied cultures can broaden one’s
perspectives, promote tolerance, and facilitate cross-cultural interactions. However, urban living
does come with its fair share of drawbacks. The cost of living in cities is notably higher than in
rural areas. Heavy traffic often results in lengthy commutes and heightened stress levels.
Additionally, the associated air pollution poses health risks. Urban living may also bring safety
concerns due to higher crime rates in certain areas. In conclusion, urban living offers a dynamic
mix of advantages and disadvantages that shape the lives of those who choose to call the city
their home. 【題組】48. What is mentioned as an advantage of urban living in the passage?
(A) Sufficient job opportunities. (B) Limited social connectivity.
(C) Access to rural landscapes. (D) Overcrowding and resource scarcity.
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When Apple introduced the iPad in April 2010, it was doing what it likes to do best:
creating a new category to dominate, as it had done with the iPod and iPhone. By the end of the
year, the company had sold nearly 15 million iPads, generating about $9.5 billion in revenue;
the company said that 65,000 apps had been tailored for the iPad. The market for tablet
computers is far more competitive now than when Apple introduced the iPad. In 2011,
companies like Samsung, Motorola and HP have brought out tablet computers. And in Spring
2011 iPad2 still keeps Apple’s lead in the market. Competitors have not been able to match
Apple’s tablet on features or price.
【題組】43What does “revenue” mean?
(A) Reward. (B) Income. (C) Profit. (D) Expense.
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The very first Olympic games occurred in Greece around the year 776 B.C. The tradition
continued on until 1896, when the first modern games took place. At that time thirteen
countries and 300 athletes participated. Today, over 200 countries compete in the Olympics.
The Olympic symbol of the five interlocking rings stands for the five competing
continents: Africa, the Americas, Asia, Australia and Europe. The Winter and Summer Games
are held every 4 years with 2 years in-between. The Olympic motto translated from Latin
means “swifter, higher, stronger,” and each year athletes break records as they live and breathe
this slogan. Many athletes train 12 hours a day, 7 days a week in the hope of standing on a podium
with a gold medal. Their dedication and drive make these men and women the best at their
sport. Medal or not, these athletes are a symbol of motivation and an inspiration for us all. 【題組】45. According to the passage, which statement is NOT true?
(A) Athletes train many hours for the Olympics.
(B) Athletes should be admired.
(C) The modern Olympics have been going on for over 100 years.
(D) Athletes work hard to win the bronze medal.
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One of the most famous women in Chinese history was Wu Ze Tian. She was born in 625 AD
and lived ( 31 ) 705 AD. She ruled China through her two sons before she ( 32 ) power for
herself in 690 AD. During her rule, she was said to ( 33 ) Korea and Tibet. Being a ( 34 )
capable woman, she also increased the size and power of the government.
Strong female rulers ( 35 ) Queen Elizabeth of England, Maria Theresa of Austria, or
Catherine the Great of Russia are more common in Western history. Therefore, it is noteworthy
that Wu Ze Tian was China’s only female leader in all of Chinese history. Perhaps there will be
more and more female leaders in the future.
【題組】35. (A) likely (B) likes (C) like (D) liked
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In an effort to improve both the standard of living of the local rice farmers and the quality
of locally-grown rice, Taiwan’s government has held an annual rice competition for the past
four years. Government officials choose high-quality rice and sell it to the ( 36 ) bidder at the
event. This year’s winner received an ( 37 ) $100,000 per kilogram. The ( 38 ) was made
by a restaurant owner. Other remarkable bids were $20,000 and $12,880 each for a kilogram of
high-quality rice.
A hard-working elderly couple were awarded a special prize of $200,000 for their ( 39 ).
The Premier of Taiwan was there at the event to hand ( 40 ) the prizes. He praised the farmers
for their diligence in producing some of the finest rice grown anywhere in the world.
【題組】36. (A) latest (B) highest (C) coolest (D) fastest
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ChatGPT is a remarkable achievement in the field of artificial intelligence (AI). Created
by OpenAI, it represents the latest development in __(36)__ . With its vast knowledge base,
ChatGPT can provide information, answer questions, and even assist with simple tasks. What
makes ChatGPT stand out is its ability to understand __(37)__ , making conversations with it
feel incredibly natural. Users can engage in a wide array of discussions, from everyday topics
to more __(38)__ and technical ones. The potential uses of ChatGPT are __(39)__ . It can serve
as a valuable tool for content creation, customer support, and entertainment. As AI
technology __(40)__ , ChatGPT’s capabilities are expected to grow. It signifies a significant
step in the development of AI systems that understand human language and interact with
people in a way that aligns with human communication and preferences. 【題組】40. (A) suffers (B) declines (C) advances (D) remains
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Almost everyone loves to eat ice cream. In fact, ice cream has been a favorite treat for
thousands of years. Long ago, Roman rulers enjoyed eating mountain snow. In Europe, people
flavored ice for a special dish. Later, cream was used to make ice cream much like we enjoy today.
Until 1851, ice cream was made most often at home. Today, most ice cream is produced in
ice cream plants. These plants use machines to mix milk, sugar, and water. The mixture is
pumped into a cooler. After it is chilled, it is put into storage tanks. Special flavors and colors
are added to make many different kinds of ice cream. The mixtures are then frozen at a
temperature of –22o
F. Then, fan-like blades slice through the frozen mixture and whip air into it.
This fluffy ice cream is placed in a hardening room for 12 hours. Then it is delivered to stores.
【題組】44. Which sentence best states the main idea of the second paragraph?
(A) Special flavors and colors are added to make ice cream.
(B) Most ice cream is made in plants nowadays.
(C) Ice cream was made most often at home before 1851.
(D) Cream was used to make ice cream much like what we enjoy today.
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